Vanocka (Christmas Cake) Recipe Recipe

Name: Vanocka (Christmas Cake) Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 c. flour; 1 egg; 1/2 c. butter; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/2 c. sugar; 1 tbsp. lemon rind; 1 teaspoon vanilla; 1 c. hot lowfat milk; 1 pkg. dry yeast, softened & raised in 1/4 c. hot water; 1/4 c. blanched almonds, cut in slivers; 1/2 c. seedless raisins

Servings: persons

4 c. flour
1 egg
1/2 c. butter
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 c. sugar
1 tbsp. lemon rind
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 c. hot lowfat milk
1 pkg. dry yeast, softened & raised in 1/4 c. hot water
1/4 c. blanched almonds, cut in slivers
1/2 c. seedless raisins

1
Mix all dry ingredients.
2
Cut butter in.
3
Add in slightly beaten egg to hot lowfat milk.
4
Stir in raised yeast.
5
On floured board work the liquid into the flour mix kneading the dough for 10 min.
6
Let rise till double in bulk.
7
Return on board, knead in almonds and raisins.
8
Divide dough in 9 parts.
9
Roll each piece 20 inch strips.
10
Make 3 layers of twists, the bottom one out of 4 strands, middle one of 3 strands and the top one of 2 strands.
11
Grease baking sheet.
12
Braid 4 strands loosely and place on baking sheet.
13
Braid 3 strands loosely and place on top of first braid, twist 2 strands and place on top braid.
14
Let cake rise again, then brush with mix of 1 egg and 2 Tbsp.
15
lowfat milk.
16
Bake at 350 degrees for 45 min or possibly till done.

1369

kcal

Calories

Fat

220

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 c. flour, 1 egg, 1/2 c. butter, 1 teaspoon salt, and more.

Yes, Vanocka (Christmas Cake) Recipe falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

Vanocka (Christmas Cake) Recipe

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