BABKA

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An easier and quicker version of Easter Babka. Denser more cake-like and less complicated if you haven't made bread without a machine. Add the Lucre from the Easter version for a sweeter presentation. Posted by request.

Provided by Lorac

Categories     Yeast Breads

Time 2h15m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup butter
1 1/4 cups milk, scalded
2 compressed yeast cakes or 2 (1/16 ounce) envelopes active dry yeast
5 cups flour
1 teaspoon salt
4 large eggs
1 tablespoon freshly grated orange rind
1 tablespoon freshly grated lemon rind
1/2 cup almonds, chopped
1 cup raisins
breadcrumbs

Steps:

  • Scald milk and pour over sugar and butter, Cool.
  • Dissolve yeast in a little of the milk mixture and add back to the rest of the milk mixture Add 1/2 of the flour and beat well.
  • Add salt to the eggs and beat until thick.
  • Add eggs to the flour mixture and mix well.
  • Add remaining ingredients and knead for 15 minutes.
  • Cover and let rise in a warm place free from drafts until doubled in bulk (about 60 minutes.) Place in a well greased tube pan, sprinkled with breadcrumbs and bake at 350°F for 45 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 403.8, Fat 13.8, SaturatedFat 6.3, Cholesterol 85.9, Sodium 320.3, Carbohydrate 60.9, Fiber 2.8, Sugar 16, Protein 10.2

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