For a deeper flavor, toast the anise seeds lightly in a dry pan before adding them to the bread machine. If you don't have a bread machine, you can knead the dough by hand or with a stand mixer until it's smooth and elastic. Let it rise in a warm place until doubled in size before baking. Feel free to experiment with other nuts like almonds or walnuts. The glaze can be customized with a touch of rum or vanilla extract.
Italian Christmas Bread with Eggnog Glaze
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PREP TIME25 mins
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COOK TIME45 mins
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TOTAL TIME3 hrs 10 mins
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SERVING16 People
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VIEWS28
Embrace the warmth of the holidays with this delightful Italian-inspired bread, infused with the festive flavors of eggnog and a hint of anise. Aromatic and delicious, it's the perfect centerpiece for your Christmas breakfast or a thoughtful homemade gift.
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate28 g
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Cholesterol39 mg
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Fiber1 g
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Protein5 g
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Saturated Fat3 g
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Sodium103 mg
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Sugar7 g
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Fat7 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
01
Step
5 mins
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). (5 minutes)
02
Step
15 mins
Spread hazelnuts on a baking sheet and bake until lightly toasted, about 5-7 minutes. Transfer to a bowl to cool. (15 minutes)
03
Step
5 mins
Combine 1 cup eggnog, sugar, salt, butter, egg, egg yolk, bread flour, yeast, anise seed, and cinnamon in your bread machine. Program for a basic cycle with a medium crust. Start the machine, without using the delay timer. (5 minutes)
04
Step
1 mins
Add the cooled, toasted hazelnuts to the bread machine between the first and second kneading cycles. (1 minute)
05
Step
10 mins
Once the baking cycle is complete, remove the bread immediately and let it cool on a wire rack. (10 minutes)
06
Step
5 mins
Prepare the glaze: Mix confectioners' sugar and 1 tablespoon eggnog until smooth and drizzling consistency. Drizzle over the cooled bread before serving. (5 minutes)
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Douglas Marquardt
Jun 17, 2025This bread is amazing! The eggnog glaze is the perfect finishing touch.
Marcelo Powlowski
Jun 1, 2025I didn't have anise seed, so I used fennel seed instead. It was still delicious!
Marques Corwin
May 3, 2025My family loved this recipe. It's become a new Christmas tradition for us!
Wiley Rath
Mar 8, 2025The bread was a little dry. Next time, I'll add a tablespoon of oil to the dough.