JULEKAKE

BY SAVOR THE FLAVOUR

(Norwegian Christmas Bread)

What You Need

Here's what you need to make this delicious Norwegian Christmas bread from scratch.

Make the Dough

1. Pour the flour into a bowl and mix in the salt and yeast. 2. Add the sugar, cardamom, and butter and mix.

Mix in the Liquid

3. Crush the mixture to form a dry dough. 4. Add the warm milk until it has a slightly sticky mixture.

Knead & Prove

5. Knead the dough until it's smooth, about 10-15 minutes. 6. Cover the dough and let it rise until doubled, about 1 1/2 hrs.

Add the Fruit

7. Punch down the dough and knead in the fruit. 8. Shape into a loaf and pick off any dried fruit from the outside.

Prove & Bake

9. Cover the loaf and let it prove until it's springy to the touch, about 30 min. 10. Bake at 375°F for 40-45 min.

Enjoy!

Let the julekake cool completely, then slice and serve with butter, coffee, and brunost (Norwegian goat cheese).

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