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Christmas Morning Star Bread: A Festive Delight

  • Author: basmer
  • Total Time: 80 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Experience the joy of baking with Christmas Morning Star Bread, a delicious centerpiece for your holiday breakfast.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons active dry yeast
  • 1 cup warm milk
  • ½ cup brown butter
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ½ cup brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon cinnamon
  • 1 tablespoon orange zest
  • 1 cup pecans
  • ¼ cup butter
  • ½ cup heavy cream
  • ¼ cup powdered sugar

Instructions

  1. In a large mixing bowl or stand mixer, combine 4 cups of all-purpose flour, 2 tablespoons of active dry yeast, 1 cup of warm milk (110°F), ½ cup of brown butter, 2 eggs, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract. Mix on medium speed until smooth and elastic, about 5–7 minutes.
  2. Transfer the dough to a lightly greased bowl, cover with a kitchen towel, and let it rise for approximately 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
  3. While the dough is rising, mix ½ cup of brown sugar, 1 tablespoon of cinnamon, 1 tablespoon of orange zest, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract in a separate bowl.
  4. Once the dough has risen, punch it down gently, then divide into four equal pieces. Roll each into a thin circle on a floured surface.
  5. Spread the filling over the first circle, top with another circle, and repeat until all layers are stacked. Cut into a star shape, leaving the center intact.
  6. Carefully twist the outer strands away from each other, sealing the tips together to maintain the star shape.
  7. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Let the star bread rest for 20 minutes. Bake for about 25–30 minutes until golden brown.
  8. Once baked, cool slightly, drizzle with warm pecan caramel sauce, and dust with powdered sugar before serving.

Notes

    • Prep Time: 30 minutes
    • Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
    • Category: Breakfast
    • Method: Baking
    • Cuisine: American

    Nutrition

    • Serving Size: 1 slice
    • Calories: 250
    • Sugar: 10 g
    • Sodium: 150 mg
    • Fat: 10 g
    • Saturated Fat: 5 g
    • Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
    • Trans Fat: 0 g
    • Carbohydrates: 36 g
    • Fiber: 1 g
    • Protein: 4 g
    • Cholesterol: 50 mg

    Keywords: Christmas Morning Star Bread, holiday baking, festive bread

    Find it online: https://www.recipesmolly.com/christmas-morning-star-bread/