Panettone (Italy)

Panettone is a delightful Italian sweet bread loaf that elevates the festive spirit with its rich blend of candied fruits and raisins. This traditional holiday treat is known for its soft, airy texture and irresistible aroma, making it a staple on Italian Christmas tables.

Prep time: 2 hours
Cook time: 50 minutes
Serves: 12

Ingredients

4 cups all-purpose flour

1/2 cup sugar

1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened

1 cup warm milk

3 large eggs

2 tsp active dry yeast

1 tsp vanilla extract

1 tsp salt

1 cup raisins

1 cup candied orange peel

1/2 cup candied lemon peel

Zest of 1 lemon

Zest of 1 orange

Instructions

1. Dissolve yeast in warm milk and let it sit for 10 minutes until frothy.

2. In a large bowl, mix flour, sugar, and salt. Add the yeast mixture and combine.

3. Beat in eggs, butter, vanilla extract, lemon zest, and orange zest until well integrated.

4. Knead the dough until smooth, about 10 minutes. Let it rise in a greased bowl, covered, for 2 hours or until doubled in size.

5. Punch down the dough and knead in raisins and candied peels.

6. Place the dough in a paper panettone mold and let it rise again for 1 hour.

7. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

8. Bake for 45-50 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.

9. Let it cool completely before slicing and serving.

Storage

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.

Reheating

Warm slices in a preheated oven at 300°F for 5-7 minutes or until heated through.

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