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🌍Authentic German recipe from a Germany-based creator — ingredients and steps translated below
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Violas Backwelt

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Hefezopf

Cultural Context

Hefezopf, a traditional German sweet bread, is often enjoyed during festive occasions such as Easter and Christmas. Its braided shape symbolizes unity and is a testament to the artistry of German baking. This delightful bread is typically enriched with eggs and butter, creating a soft, fluffy texture. Today, variations have emerged globally, with many incorporating different fruits or spices, making it a beloved treat in many cultures.

GermanDEother
120 min
medium
8 servings
Servings4
500g Weizenmehl
120g Zucker
80g weiche Butter
1 Prise Salz
25g Hefe
150g lauwarme Milch
1 Tl Zucker
1 Ei Gr.M
Vanille
Zitronenzeste einer Bio Zitrone
80g in Rum getränkte Rosinen
1 Ei zum bestreichen
Hagelzucker
Mandeln

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil offers a dairy-free alternative.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk reduces calories and is lactose-free.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey adds natural sweetness with a unique flavor.

raisins

🥗Healthier: dried cranberries

💰Cheaper: chocolate chips

Dried cranberries add tartness and color.

1

Hefe, 150g lauwarme Milch und 1 Tl Zucker mischen und 10 Minuten ruhen lassen.

2

Alle Zutaten zusammen kneten für ca. 10 Minuten.

3

Den Teig 1 Stunde ruhen lassen.

4

Drei gleich große Teile portionieren und in Schlangen rollen.

5

Die Teiglinge mit Roggenmehl leicht bestäuben.

6

Die Teiglinge flechten von der Mitte nach außen.

7

Ein Ei quirlen und die geflochtene Teiglinge bestreichen.

8

1 Stunde trocknen lassen (nicht abdecken).

9

Ein weiteres Mal mit Ei bestreichen und mit Hagelzucker und Mandelblättchen bestreuen.

10

1 Stunde ruhen lassen.

11

Bei 160C ca. 20-30 Minuten backen.

Cooking Techniques

mixingkneadingrisingbaking

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

glutendairyeggs

Also Known As

HefekranzHefezopfBraid Bread
Local Name: Hefezopf

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