I have fond memories of coming home from school to find this bread cooling on a wire rack. I could hardly wait for a warm savory slice.-Sheryl Olstad, Rochester, New Hampshire
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 55m
Yield 3 loaves (16 slices each).
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Dissolve yeast in warm water. Add milk, eggs, sugar, butter, cardamom, salt and 2 cups flour; beat until smooth. Add enough remaining flour to form a soft dough. , Turn dough onto a floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, 6-8 minutes. Place in a greased bowl, turning once to grease top. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1-1/2 hours., Punch down dough. Turn onto a lightly floured surface; divide into 9 portions. Roll each into a 12-in. rope. Place ropes on greased baking sheets. Working with 3 at a time, braid ropes. Pinch ends to seal; tuck under., Cover with kitchen towels; let rise in a warm place until almost doubled, about 45 minutes. Preheat oven to 375°. Bake until golden, 20-25 minutes. Cool. Meanwhile, make a glaze by mixing confectioners' sugar and enough milk to reach desired consistency. Drizzle glaze over loaves; decorate as desired with cherries and almonds.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 141 calories, Fat 3g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 23mg cholesterol, Sodium 79mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
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Asma Turab
turabasma100@yahoo.comThis bread is a holiday tradition in my family. We love the warm, spicy flavor.
DONOVAN WARBURTON
warburton.donovan73@yahoo.comI love this recipe! The bread is always moist and flavorful.
LAHORE Boy
boy1@aol.comThis bread was easy to make and tasted great. I would recommend it to anyone looking for a delicious and festive holiday bread.
Refilwe Langa
refilwe4@aol.comI followed the recipe exactly and the bread turned out perfectly. It was a big hit with my family and friends.
Shahad Dokurugu
shahad-d@gmail.comThis bread was delicious! I will definitely make it again.
Jisoo love
j.l@aol.comThis recipe is a keeper! The bread is moist, flavorful, and perfect for any occasion.
Shazil Jutt
s.jutt@hotmail.comI made this bread for Christmas morning and it was a huge success. Everyone loved the unique flavor.
Sakib Ahsan
sakiba39@hotmail.comThis bread was easy to make and turned out beautifully. I loved the combination of cardamom and orange zest.
lj bigbull
lb43@yahoo.comI've tried many cardamom bread recipes, but this one is by far the best. The cardamom flavor is perfectly balanced and the bread is so soft and fluffy.
chakzen Mokwena
mc@aol.comThis cardamom bread was a hit at my holiday party! It was perfectly spiced and had a lovely moist crumb. I'll definitely be making it again next year.