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LUSSEKATTER ๐Ÿฅ– PANE DI SANTA LUCIA SVEDESE

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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
60g di Latte caldo
1g di Zafferano
200g di Farina per tutti gli usi (Tipo 0)
30g di Zucchero
3g di Lievito secco
25g di Uova intero
30g di yogurt bianco
3g di Saleo
35g di Burro
Uovo rimasto
Uvetta

butter

๐Ÿฅ—Healthier: coconut oil

๐Ÿ’ฐCheaper: margarine

Coconut oil is plant-based and dairy-free.

raisins

๐Ÿฅ—Healthier: dried cranberries

๐Ÿ’ฐCheaper: sultanas

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

milk

๐Ÿฅ—Healthier: almond milk

๐Ÿ’ฐCheaper: water

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

sliced almonds

๐Ÿฅ—Healthier: chopped walnuts

๐Ÿ’ฐCheaper: sunflower seeds

Chopped walnuts provide healthy fats and are often more affordable.

1

Warm the milk and dissolve the saffron in it.

2

In a bowl, combine the flour, sugar, dry yeast, and salt.

3

Add the saffron milk, whole eggs, yogurt, and melted butter to the dry ingredients.

4

Mix until a dough forms and knead until smooth.

5

Let the dough rise until doubled in size.

6

Shape the dough into traditional lussekatter shapes and place on a baking sheet.

7

Let the shaped dough rise again briefly.

8

Brush with the remaining egg and add raisins as decoration.

9

Bake until golden brown.

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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