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Cranberry Star Bread

Cranberry Star Bread: Delightful Holiday Baking Made Easy

Cranberry Star Bread is a beautiful and festive treat that combines cranberries and buttery bread for holiday magic.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Rising Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 25 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 2.25 teaspoons Instant Dry Yeast Ensure freshness for best results
  • 0.25 cup Granulated Sugar Can substitute with honey
  • 1 cup Whole Milk Almond milk can be used for a dairy-free option
  • 0.25 cup Unsalted Butter Opt for vegan butter for a plant-based choice
  • 2 large Eggs Replace with flax eggs if vegan
  • 3-4 cups All-Purpose Flour Use gluten-free flour blend if needed
  • 1 tablespoon Orange Zest Lemon zest can be a substitute
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
For the Filling
  • 2 cups Fresh/Frozen Cranberries Dried cranberries can be used as an alternative
  • 0.5 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 0.25 cup Orange Juice Lemon juice is an alternative
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon Part of spice mix
  • 1 teaspoon Nutmeg Part of spice mix
  • 1 teaspoon Ginger Part of spice mix
  • 1 teaspoon Cloves Part of spice mix
For the Egg Wash
  • 1 large Egg Brush with milk for a vegan option
For Garnish
  • to taste Confectioners Sugar Optional for dusting

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Saucepan
  • Rolling Pin
  • baking sheet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine yeast, sugar, and warm milk. Let it sit until bubbly.
  2. Mix in butter and eggs, then gradually add flour, zest, and salt, kneading until smooth.
  3. Cover the dough and let it rise in a warm spot until doubled, about 1-1.5 hours.
  4. Prepare the filling by cooking cranberries, sugar, juice, and spices in a saucepan until thick.
  5. Roll dough into circles, layer with filling, twist into a star shape, and let rise again for 45 minutes.
  6. Preheat the oven to 350°F, brush with egg wash, and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
  7. Dust with confectioners sugar before serving for a festive touch.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 4gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 3mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Storage: Keep in an airtight container for up to 3 days at room temperature, 5 days in the fridge, or freeze for up to 3 months.

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