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Saint Lucy Braided Bread

Cultural Context

Originating from Sweden, Saint Lucy Braided Bread, or Lussekatter, is traditionally made to celebrate the feast of Saint Lucy on December 13th. This festive bread symbolizes light in the dark winter months, often enjoyed during Christmas celebrations. Today, variations can be found across Scandinavia and beyond, with many people embracing this sweet, saffron-infused treat during the holiday season.

ItalianITother
150 min
medium
12 servings
Servings4
500 g farina
200 ml latte p.scremato
1 panetto lievito
2 uova
150 g burro
70 g zucchero
2 buste zafferano
uvetta
farciture a piacere (cioccolata, marmellata, creme)
4 cucchiai zucchero a velo

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil is plant-based and dairy-free.

raisins

🥗Healthier: dried cranberries

💰Cheaper: sultanas

Dried cranberries add a tart flavor and are often less expensive.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk is lower in calories and can be used for a dairy-free option.

sliced almonds

🥗Healthier: chopped walnuts

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Chopped walnuts provide healthy fats and are often more affordable.

1

Iniziare mescolando la farina e il lievito in una ciotola.

2

Aggiungere il latte, le uova, il burro fuso e lo zucchero, quindi impastare bene.

3

Incorporare lo zafferano e l'uvetta nell'impasto.

4

Lasciare lievitare l'impasto fino al raddoppio.

5

Formare il pane e decorare con l'uovo.

6

Cuocere in forno fino a doratura.

Cooking Techniques

mixingkneadingrisingbraidingbaking

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

glutendairyeggsnuts

Also Known As

Santa Lucia BreadLucia Bread
Local Name: Pane di Santa Lucia

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