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DRIED FRUIT RING BREAD WITH ALMOND SYRUP

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DRIED FRUIT RING BREAD WITH ALMOND SYRUP

DRIED FRUIT RING BREAD WITH ALMOND SYRUP

Enjoy a beautifully braided dried fruit ring bread with a soft, fragrant dough filled with colorful dried fruits and cinnamon, finished with a sweet almond syrup glaze. Perfect for festive occasions or as a special breakfast treat.

πŸ₯£ Ingredients

Dough:

  • 150 ml warm milk
  • 3 egg yolks
  • 25 ml oil
  • 1 tbsp sugar
  • 1/2 packet dry yeast
  • 300 g all-purpose flour
  • A pinch of salt

Filling:

  • 50 g butter (room temperature)
  • 1 tbsp sugar
  • 150 g mixed dried fruits (apricots, raisins, rose hips, etc.)
  • A pinch of cinnamon

Syrup & Topping:

  • 50 ml milk
  • 2 tbsp sugar
  • 1 tbsp sliced almonds

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Dough
  • Add dough ingredients to a bread machine in the order listed and set to knead and proof.
  • Alternatively, dissolve yeast and sugar in warm milk, then mix with remaining ingredients and knead by hand until elastic and smooth. Cover and let rise in a warm place for at least 1 hour.
  1. Prepare the Filling
  • Cream butter with sugar until smooth.
  • Chop dried fruits into small pieces if needed. Use a colorful mix for a vibrant appearance.
  1. Assemble the Ring
  • On a floured parchment paper, roll the dough into a thin rectangular sheet.
  • Spread a thin layer of butter over the dough.
  • Sprinkle dried fruits evenly over the butter layer.
  • Lightly dust with cinnamon.
  • Roll the dough lengthwise into a log.
  • Using a sharp knife or pizza cutter, make cuts about 4-5 cm apart along the log, but do not cut all the way through.
  1. Shape the Ring
  • Carefully flip the log so cuts face you.
  • Bend the ends to form a circle, overlapping one end inside the other to seal tightly.
  • Place the ring on a baking tray lined with parchment.
  • If you have a removable-edge 26 cm diameter pan, place the ring inside it. Trim parchment accordingly.
  • Place a jar or heatproof object in the center to keep the hole during proofing. Half-fill the jar with water.
  • Cover with a plastic bag and let rise in a warm place for 30 minutes.
  1. Bake
  • Preheat oven to 180Β°C (356Β°F).
  • Bake for 30-35 minutes until the ring is golden brown.
  • Tip: If using a removable-edge pan, place foil under it to catch any butter drips.
  1. Prepare Syrup and Finish
  • Heat milk and sugar until sugar dissolves.
  • Remove jar from center and brush syrup over the warm ring.
  • Sprinkle sliced almonds on top.
  • Return to oven for 5 minutes to set the glaze.

Optional: Replace syrup with warmed honey diluted with a splash of water for brushing.

πŸ’‘ Tips

  • Use a sharp knife for clean cuts on the rolled dough.
  • Colorful dried fruit adds visual appeal and flavor variety.
  • Sealing the ring well prevents it from opening during baking.
  • Adding water in the jar creates steam, aiding a soft crust.
  • Protect your oven with foil under the pan to catch butter drips.

πŸ“ Final Thoughts

This dried fruit ring bread is a festive, flavorful treat with a tender crumb and beautiful presentation. The almond syrup glaze adds a subtle sweetness and crunch, making it perfect for special breakfasts or holiday celebrations.