Pandoro, which means “golden bread,” is a classic Italian holiday treat, known for its star-shaped mold and rich, buttery taste. A popular Christmas dessert, Pandoro is wonderfully fluffy and lightly sweet, often served with a dusting of powdered sugar for a festive touch.
Pandoro | Italian Christmas Recipes
This traditional Italian Christmas bread is soft and airy with a tender, buttery crumb. Its golden color and subtly sweet flavor make it a perfect addition to holiday dessert tables. Although it requires time for rising, Pandoro is worth the effort and can be made ahead for easy serving on Christmas Day.
Ingredients
Instructions
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Dissolve yeast in warm milk and let sit until foamy.
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In a mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, salt, and yeast mixture. Add eggs and softened butter. Knead until smooth and elastic.
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Cover and let rise for 4 hours. Punch down, then shape into a ball and place in a Pandoro mold.
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Cover and let rise again for 4 hours until doubled.
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Preheat oven to 180 °C. Bake for 40-45 minutes or until golden. Cool and dust with powdered sugar.
Nutrition Facts
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 300kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 14g22%
- Saturated Fat 8g40%
- Cholesterol 60mg20%
- Sodium 150mg7%
- Potassium 50mg2%
- Total Carbohydrate 40g14%
- Dietary Fiber 1g4%
- Sugars 15g
- Protein 7g15%
- Vitamin A 300 IU
- Vitamin C 30 mg
- Iron 1.5 mg
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
Storage: Keep in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Serving Suggestion: Slice and serve dusted with powdered sugar. Pair with coffee or hot chocolate.
