Perfect Gluten-Free Panettone (Italian Sweet Bread) - Easy Instructions!

gluten-free flour

🥗Healthier: almond flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Almond flour adds moisture and flavor, while all-purpose flour is more cost-effective.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil is dairy-free and offers a different flavor profile, while margarine is often less expensive.

dried fruit

🥗Healthier: fresh fruit

💰Cheaper: raisins

Fresh fruit can provide a lighter texture, while raisins are a more economical choice.

almonds

🥗Healthier: walnuts

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Walnuts are a good source of omega-3s, while sunflower seeds are budget-friendly.

Prepare a large bowl and combine gluten-free flour, sugar, and salt.

In a separate bowl, dissolve yeast in warm milk and let sit until frothy, about 5-10 minutes.

Add eggs, melted butter, vanilla extract, orange zest, and lemon zest to the yeast mixture and whisk until combined.

Gradually add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients, mixing until a dough forms.

Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 10 minutes until smooth and elastic.

Incorporate dried fruit and candied orange peel into the dough, mixing evenly.

Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let rise in a warm place for 1-2 hours until doubled in size.

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

Shape the dough into a ball and place it in a panettone mold or a high-sided baking dish.

Cover the dough again and let it rise for another 30-45 minutes.

Bake in the preheated oven for 30-40 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.

Remove from the oven and let cool in the mold for 15 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Once cooled, dust with powdered sugar before serving.

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