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Pandoro | Italian Christmas Recipes

Festive Baking Recipe

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.

Cooking Method
Cuisine
Courses
Difficulty Advanced
Time
Prep Time: 30 mins Cook Time: 45 mins Rest Time: 8 hrs Total Time: 9 hrs 15 mins
Cooking Temp 180  C
Estimated Cost $  12
Calories 300 kcal per slice
Best Season Winter
Description

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
  • 4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup warm milk
  • 2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup butter, softened
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
  1. Dissolve yeast in warm milk and let sit until foamy.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, salt, and yeast mixture. Add eggs and softened butter. Knead until smooth and elastic.
  3. Cover and let rise for 4 hours. Punch down, then shape into a ball and place in a Pandoro mold.
  4. Cover and let rise again for 4 hours until doubled.
  5. 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.

Read it online: https://healthgoalz.com/recipe/pandoro-italian-christmas-recipes/

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