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Norwegian Julekake

Reggie Dwork <reggie@jeff-and-reggie.com>
Sat, 21 Dec 2019 18:12:59 -0800
v119.n050.11
* Exported from MasterCook *

                         Bread, Norwegian Julekake

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Serving Size  : 18    Preparation Time :0:00
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                 Holidays                        Low Fat
                 Posted                          Stand Mixer

   Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
--------  ------------  --------------------------------
      3/4           cup  whole milk -- (180 g)
      1/2           cup  granulated sugar -- (100 g)
      1/4           cup  unsalted butter -- cubed and softened, (57 g)
   1 1/2      teaspoons  kosher salt -- (4.5 g)
      1/2           cup  warm water -- (105F/40C to 110F/43C), (120 g)
   1         tablespoon  instant yeast -- (6 g)
   2              large  eggs -- (100 g)
   5 1/2           cups  all-purpose flour -- (688 g)
   1           teaspoon  ground cardamom -- (2 g)
                         Cranberry Filling: recipe below
                         Candied Lemon Peel: recipe below -- diced
                         Vanilla Glaze: recipe below

In our babka-inspired take on Julekake, we replaced the raisins with 
rehydrated cranberries. Instead of mixing the cranberries in with the 
dough, we created a sweet jam-like filling flavored with cardamom and 
cinnamon. The Vanilla Glaze falls over every ridge and seeps into 
each crevice of this updated shape. Look to our November/December 
issue for a guide to shaping your wreath bread!

Makes: 1 (12") wreath

In a small saucepan, bring milk to a boil over medium heat. Remove 
from heat; add sugar, butter, and salt, stirring until completely 
incorporated. Set aside until cooled to 120F (49C) to 130F (54C).

In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the dough hook attachment, 
combine 1/2C (120 g) warm water and yeast. Add warm milk mixture. 
Stir in eggs. With mixer on low speed, add flour and cardamom, 
beating until combined. Increase mixer speed to medium-low, and beat 
until smooth and elastic, 5 to 7 minutes. Spray a large bowl with 
cooking spray. Place dough in bowl, turning to grease top. Cover 
directly with plastic wrap, and let rise in a warm, draft-free place 
(75F/24C) until doubled in size, about 1 hour.

Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.

On a lightly floured surface, roll dough into a 24x12" rectangle. 
Spread Cranberry Filling onto dough, leaving a 1/2" border on all 
sides. Sprinkle with diced Candied Lemon Peel. Starting at one long 
side, roll up dough, jelly roll style; press edge to seal. Place on 
prepared pan.

Using a serrated knife, cut roll in half lengthwise. With cut sides 
facing up, carefully twist dough pieces around each other. Form into 
a circle, pinching ends to seal. Cover loosely with plastic wrap, and 
let stand in a warm, draft-free place (75F/24C) for 30 minutes.

Preheat oven to 350F (180C).

Bake until golden brown and internal temperature registers 190F 
(88C), about 40 minutes. Let cool completely on a wire rack. Drizzle 
with Vanilla Glaze. Store in an airtight container at room 
temperature for up to 4 days.

Cranberry Filling:

Makes about 1 1/2C
1 1/3 cups dried cranberries, (171 g)
1/3 cup granulated sugar, (67 g)
1 tablespoon unsalted butter, cubed, (14 g)
1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom, (1 g)
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon

In a small saucepan, bring cranberries and water to cover by 1 inch 
to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat to low, and cook until 
cranberries are softened, about 20 minutes. Drain cranberries, 
reserving 2 tablespoons (30 grams) cooking liquid.

In the work bowl of a food processor, place warm cranberries, 
reserved 2 tablespoons (30 grams) cooking liquid, sugar, butter, 
cardamom, and cinnamon; pulse until mixture has the texture of jam. 
Let cool completely. Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 1 week.

Candied Lemon Peel:
Makes: about 1/2 cup
1 lemon, (99 g)
3/4 cup water, (180 g)
1 1/4 cups granulated sugar, divided (250 g)

Peel lemon, and slice peel into 1/4" thick strips.

In a small saucepan, bring peel and water to cover by 1" to a boil 
over medium heat. Boil for 15 minutes. Drain, and rinse with cold water.

In same pan, bring 3/4C (180 g) water and 3/4C (150 g) sugar to a 
boil over medium heat. Add peel. Reduce heat to medium-low, and 
simmer until peel is softened, 25 to 30 minutes. Drain.

Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.

Toss peel with remaining 1/2C (100 g) sugar, and place on prepared 
pan. Let stand until dry, 1 to 2 days. Freeze in an airtight 
container for up to 2 months.

Vanilla Glaze:
Makes: about 1/2 cup
1 cup confectioners' sugar, sifted, (120 g)
1/4 cup heavy whipping cream, (60 g)
1 teaspoon vanilla extract, (4 g)
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, (1.5 g)

In a small bowl, whisk together all ingredients until smooth. Use immediately.

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Per Serving (excluding unknown items): 200 Calories; 4g Fat (17.5% 
calories from fat); 5g Protein; 36g Carbohydrate; 1g Dietary Fiber; 
32mg Cholesterol; 171mg Sodium.  Exchanges: 2 Grain(Starch); 0 Lean 
Meat; 0 Non-Fat Milk; 1/2 Fat; 1/2 Other Carbohydrates.

NOTES : 2019 - 1221