GRANDMA'S CHRISTMAS BREAD

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For as long as I can remember, this bread has been a part of my family's traditional Christmas morning breakfast. I modified the recipe so I could make it in a bread machine. - Barb and Ray Schmeling, Rhinelander, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 3h10m

Yield 1 loaf (about 2 pounds).

Number Of Ingredients 16

1-1/4 cups warm whole milk (70° to 80°)
1/2 teaspoon lemon juice
2 tablespoons butter, softened
2 tablespoons sugar
1-1/2 teaspoons salt
3 cups bread flour
2 teaspoons active dry yeast
3/4 cup golden raisins
3/4 cup raisins
1/2 cup dried currants
1-1/2 teaspoons grated lemon zest
GLAZE:
1/2 cup confectioners' sugar
1-1/2 teaspoons 2% milk
1 teaspoon butter, melted
1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • In bread machine pan, place the first seven ingredients in order suggested by manufacturer. Select basic bread setting. Choose crust color and loaf size if available. Bake according to bread machine directions (check dough after 5 minutes of mixing; add 1 to 2 tablespoons of water or flour if needed)., Just before the final kneading (your bread machine may audibly signal this), add the raisins, currants and lemon zest. In a small bowl, combine glaze ingredients; drizzle over cooled bread.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 178 calories, Fat 2g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 7mg cholesterol, Sodium 250mg sodium, Carbohydrate 37g carbohydrate (18g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

Ariful Islam ovi
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This bread is so easy to make, and it tastes amazing! I love the combination of orange and cinnamon. It's the perfect bread to serve for breakfast or brunch on Christmas morning.


MR Moeen
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I've made this bread several times now, and it's always a hit. It's the perfect bread to bake for a special occasion, like Christmas or Easter.


Steve w. Luper
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This bread is delicious! I made it for my family's Christmas dinner, and everyone loved it. It was the perfect way to end our holiday meal.


Asante Gabriel
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I love this bread! It's so easy to make, and it always turns out perfect. It's the perfect bread to serve for breakfast or brunch on Christmas morning.


Qasim Shahzad
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This is the best Christmas bread I've ever had! It's so moist and flavorful, and the orange flavor is perfect. I will definitely be making this again next year.


Tumukunde Apophia
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This bread is absolutely delicious! The orange flavor is so refreshing, and the sugar topping adds the perfect amount of sweetness. I will definitely be making this bread again for Christmas.


Sam Crowther
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This bread is so easy to make, and it tastes amazing! I love the combination of orange and cinnamon. It's the perfect bread to serve for breakfast or brunch on Christmas morning.


Ron7inez15 ed7inez15
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I've made this bread several times now, and it's always a hit. It's the perfect bread to bake for a special occasion, like Christmas or Easter.


paul maclennan
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This bread is delicious! I made it for my family's Christmas dinner, and everyone loved it. It was the perfect way to end our holiday meal.


Charleston Emano
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I love this bread! It's so easy to make, and it always turns out perfect. It's the perfect bread to serve for breakfast or brunch on Christmas morning.


Ahmad fifamobile
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This is the best Christmas bread I've ever had! It's so moist and flavorful, and the orange flavor is perfect. I will definitely be making this again next year.


Prity Saha
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This bread is absolutely delicious! The orange flavor is so refreshing, and the sugar topping adds the perfect amount of sweetness. I will definitely be making this bread again for Christmas.


Nick M.
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I've made this bread several times now, and it's always a hit. It's the perfect bread to bake for a special occasion, like Christmas or Easter. It's also great for gift-giving.


Antony Masese
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This bread is so easy to make, and it tastes amazing! I love the combination of orange and cinnamon. It's the perfect bread to serve for breakfast or brunch on Christmas morning.


chasen hampton
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I made this bread for a Christmas party I was hosting, and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it, and I even got a few requests for the recipe. It's definitely a keeper!


Danish Awan
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This bread is delicious! I made it for my family's Christmas dinner, and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved the orange flavor and the crunchy sugar topping. It was the perfect way to end our holiday meal.


Jonathan Hatten
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I've tried many Christmas bread recipes over the years, but this one is by far my favorite. It's so easy to make, and it always turns out perfect. I love the crunchy sugar topping and the moist, flavorful bread. It's the perfect addition to any holid


Youssefffouaaddd A (Fou'sh)
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This bread is a true holiday classic! The flavors of orange, cinnamon, and nutmeg are perfectly balanced, and the bread is so moist and fluffy. I've made it several times now, and it's always a hit with my family and friends.