Orange Cardamom Breakfast Bread Twist
Indulge in the delightful experience of baking with this Orange Cardamom Breakfast Bread Twist. This fluffy, aromatic bread is perfect for elevating your morning routine or impressing guests at brunch. With the bright zest of oranges and the warm, inviting notes of cardamom, each bite feels like a cozy hug. The process of kneading and twisting the dough transforms simple ingredients into a stunning centerpiece for your table. Whether enjoyed fresh from the oven or warmed as leftovers, this twist bread promises to become a cherished favorite in your home.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- ¾ cup warm milk (110°F)
- 2 ¼ teaspoons active dry yeast
- 1 large egg (room temperature)
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup cold unsalted butter
- ½ cup packed brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon orange zest
- 1 teaspoon cardamom
- 2 cups confectioner's sugar
- ¼ cup orange juice
Instructions
- Activate yeast by combining warm milk, yeast, and a teaspoon of sugar in a bowl. Let it sit until frothy (5–10 minutes).
- Whisk in the egg and remaining granulated sugar until smooth.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour and salt; gradually add to wet ingredients to form a shaggy dough.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 8–10 minutes until soft and elastic.
- Incorporate cold butter into rolled-out dough using lamination techniques (folding).
- Let the dough rise in a greased bowl covered with plastic wrap for about 1–1½ hours until doubled.
- Shape into a twist, place in prepared baking pan, and let rise again for about 30 minutes.
- Bake at 350°F for 30–35 minutes until golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 25mg