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| 1 | envelope | Active Dry Yeast |
Active dry yeast (pronounced AK-tiv drai yeest) is the ultimate secret weapon for home bakers looking to turn simple flour into pillowy loaves of homemade bread. These tiny, dehydrated granules...
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| 1/3 | cup | Water » warm |
Water
Water, the essence of life, is a transparent, tasteless, and odorless liquid that covers about 71% of the Earth's surface. Its neutral flavor allows other ingredients to shine while enhancing...
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| 2 1/2 | cups | Flour |
Flour (pronounced FLOU-er) is the undisputed foundation stone of the entire baking universe, acting as the magical white powder that binds your kitchen dreams together into fluffy realities. Milled from...
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| 1 | cup | Whole-wheat Flour | ||
| 1/4 | cup | Brown Sugar » packed |
Brown Sugar
Brown sugar is a type of sweetener made from white sugar mixed with molasses. It has a rich flavor and moist texture, perfect for baking cookies, cakes, and sweet sauces.
It... |
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| 1/2 | teaspoon | Salt |
Salt (pronounced sawlt) is the absolute heartbeat of everyday home cooking, found on every single kitchen table across the globe. This fine, pre-ground table version is a pure mineral crystal...
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| 1/2 | teaspoon | Ground Nutmeg |
Ground Nutmeg
Ground nutmeg is a spice made by grinding the seed of the nutmeg tree, aka Myristica fragrans, into a fine powder. The nutmeg tree is unique in that it produces...
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| 1/2 | cup | Butter » +2 Tbsp |
Butter
Butter is a creamy, fatty spread made from churned milk or cream. It's used in cooking and baking to add flavor, moisture, and richness to dishes. Butter is the parent...
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| 2 | medium | Eggs » lightly beaten |
Eggs
Chicken eggs, laid by hens, are common food items encased in a shell with a liquid interior that becomes solid when cooked. They're essential for many recipes, providing texture and...
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| 1/2 | cup | Milk |
Milk
Milk is a creamy liquid produced by mammals. It is essential in diets worldwide. Milk tastes slightly sweet and rich, used in cooking, baking, and as a drink.
Milk's shelf life... |
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| 1/2 | teaspoon | Almond Extract | ||
| 1/2 | cup | Ground Almonds |
Ground Almonds
Ground almonds, often referred to as almond meal or almond flour depending on their texture, are simply almonds that have been finely chopped or ground up into a fine powder...
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| 2 | tablespoon | Sugar |
Sugar (pronounced shoog-er) is the ultimate everyday companion for both sweet baking and savory balance, found in every single pantry across the globe. This classic granulated version consists of fine...
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| 1/2 | teaspoon | Ground Allspice » or cardamom |
Ground Allspice
These small dark, reddish-brown berries are so called because their aroma and flavor resemble a combination of cinnamon, cloves and nutmeg.
Use Allspice whole in marinades; for pot roasting meats and... |
| Prep Time | Process Time | Overall Time |
|---|---|---|
| 5 Hours 30 Minutes | 30 Minutes | 6 hours |
Before baking, preheat oven to 350°F / 180°C / Gas Mark 4
- Divide the butter, 1/2 cup cold, 2 tablespoons melted.
1. In a small mixing bowl soften yeast in warm 105° to 115°F water; set aside for 'proofing', about 10 to 15 minutes.
2. In a large mixing bowl, stir together flour, whole wheat flour, brown sugar, salt, and ground nutmeg.
3. Cut in 1/2 cup cold butter until mixture resembles fine crumbs.
4. Stir in the 'proofed' yeast, eggs, milk and almond extract until combined.
5. Cover and refrigerate for 1 to 2 hours or until dough is easy to handle.
6. For the filling: Stir together ground almonds, the remaining brown sugar, sugar, and 1/2 teaspoon allspice; set aside.
7. Melt the remaining butter.
8. Turn dough out onto a lightly floured surface; divide into 3 portions.
9. Shape each into a ball. Cover and let rest for 10 minutes.
10. Gently roll out each piece of dough to a 10 inch circle.
11. Place one circle on a 12 inch pizza pan or a large baking sheet lined with greased foil.
12. Brush with half of the melted butter.
13. Sprinkle with half of the filling.
14. Cover with another circle of dough.
15. Brush with remaining butter; sprinkle with remaining filling and top with the last dough circle.
16. With kitchen shears or a sharp knife, cut the stack of dough into 12 wedges, cutting to within 1 inch of the center.
17. Carefully lift each wedge and turn over twice to create a twist in each piece.
18. Cover with plastic wrap and chill for at least 2 hours before baking. This can be chilled for up to 24 hours before baking.
19. Let stand at room temperature for 20 minutes before baking.
20. Bake in a preheated 350°F oven for 30 to 35 minutes or until bread sounds hollow when tapped.
21. Cool slightly on a rack, but be sure to serve it while it's still warm.
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