Recipes tagged with « Yeast Bread »

Twisted Kouglof

A rustic yeast bread swollen with rum-soaked dried cherries and orange zest, enriched with yogurt instead of butter for tang and moisture. Dense yet tender crumb, nutty edges from toasted walnuts replacing almonds, sprinkled inside and atop the dough. Slow bulk ferment, then proof until nearly spilling, baking until golden brown with crisp ridges. Complex aroma, subtle citrus and boozy warmth. A straightforward old-school dough technique revamped by timely resting and hydration control. Great with jam or sharp cheese, keeps soft for days. Good backup: swap cherries with dried cranberries, yogurt with sour cream, and use active dry yeast if instant's missing. Watch rise visually, not by clock.