Orange Cardamom Breakfast Bread Twist Recipe

Introduction

This Orange Cardamom Breakfast Bread Twist is a delightful way to start your day. Soft and buttery with a fragrant swirl of citrus and spice, it’s perfect for breakfast or brunch. The glaze adds a bright, sweet finish that makes each bite irresistible.

Ingredients

• ¾ cup milk, warmed to about 110°F (about 40 seconds in the microwave)
• 2 ¼ teaspoons active dry yeast
• 1 large egg, room temperature
• ¼ cup (50 g) granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt (if using table salt, add ½ teaspoon)
• 3 cups (375 g) all-purpose flour
• 1 cup (226 g / 2 sticks) unsalted butter, cold
• 4 tablespoons butter, room temperature
• ½ cup (100 g) packed brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon orange zest
• 1 teaspoon cardamom
• pinch kosher salt
• 2 cups confectioner’s sugar
• ¼ cup orange juice (or the juice from one orange)

Instructions

1. Step 1: Add ¾ cup milk to a measuring cup and heat in the microwave for about 45 seconds. Stir in the yeast and let it bloom for about 5 minutes until foamy.
2. Step 2: In a large bowl, combine the foamy milk and yeast mixture with the egg, granulated sugar, and salt. Set aside.
3. Step 3: Using a grater, grate the cold butter onto a plate or cutting board. Add the grated butter and the flour to the bowl with the wet ingredients.
4. Step 4: Mix the ingredients with your hands until just incorporated. Continue kneading by hand or use a stand mixer with a dough hook until the dough forms a ball.
5. Step 5: Cover the bowl and let the dough rise in a warm place for one hour.
6. Step 6: After rising, place the dough on a floured surface. Roll it out to a ½-inch thickness in a rough rectangle shape.
7. Step 7: Spread the 4 tablespoons of room temperature butter evenly over the rolled dough, reaching all edges.
8. Step 8: In a small bowl, mix the brown sugar, 2 tablespoons flour, orange zest, cardamom, and a pinch of salt. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the buttered dough.
9. Step 9: Starting from the long side, roll the dough tightly into a log and pinch the seam to seal. Flip the log seam side down.
10. Step 10: Cut the log lengthwise in half, leaving about an inch uncut at one end.
11. Step 11: Gently lift one of the cut halves over the other to create a twist. Continue twisting 2-3 more times.
12. Step 12: Hold one end and twist the dough into a circle, keeping the cut, layered sides facing up.
13. Step 13: Place the dough ring in a buttered 8- or 9-inch skillet. Cover and let it rise for another hour.
14. Step 14: Preheat the oven to 350°F. Uncover the dough and bake the bread ring for 25 minutes. Then cover loosely with foil and bake an additional 10 minutes until golden brown.
15. Step 15: Remove the bread from the oven and let it cool slightly while preparing the glaze.
16. Step 16: Whisk together the confectioner’s sugar and orange juice in a medium bowl until smooth and runny.
17. Step 17: After about 10 minutes of cooling, drizzle the glaze over the bread twist, allowing it to soak into all the folds.
18. Step 18: Serve warm or at room temperature and enjoy your flavorful breakfast bread twist.

Tips & Variations

• For a more intense citrus flavor, add additional orange zest to the glaze or dough.
• Replace cardamom with cinnamon for a classic twist or add chopped nuts to the filling for added texture.
• Use a stand mixer with a dough hook to make kneading easier and less messy.
• If you prefer, substitute half the all-purpose flour with whole wheat flour for a heartier bread.

Storage

Store leftover bread twist in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. For longer storage, wrap tightly and freeze for up to 1 month. To reheat, warm in a 300°F oven for 10 minutes or until heated through.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I make the dough ahead of time?

Yes, you can prepare the dough and let it rise in the refrigerator overnight. Bring it to room temperature before shaping and baking for best results.

What can I use if I don’t have cardamom?

If you don’t have cardamom, cinnamon or nutmeg can be good substitutes that complement the orange flavor well.

Orange Cardamom Breakfast Bread Twist Recipe

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This Orange Cardamom Breakfast Bread Twist is a delightful and aromatic treat featuring a soft, buttery dough infused with warm cardamom and bright orange zest. Rolled with a rich brown sugar filling and braided into a beautiful twist, it bakes to a golden perfection and is finished with a luscious orange glaze. Perfect for a cozy breakfast or brunch, this bread combines the comforting flavors of cardamom and citrus in a stunning presentation.

• Author: Kai
• Prep Time: 25 minutes
• Cook Time: 35 minutes
• Total Time: 2 hours
• Yield: 8 servings 1x
• Category: Breakfast Bread
• Method: Baking
• Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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Dough

• ¾ cup milk, warmed to about 110°F (about 40 seconds in the microwave)
• 2 ¼ teaspoons active dry yeast
• 1 large egg, room temperature
• ¼ cup (50 g) granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt (if using table salt add ½ teaspoon)
• 3 cups (375 g) all-purpose flour
• 1 cup (226 g / 2 sticks) unsalted butter, cold

Filling

• 4 tablespoons butter, room temperature
• ½ cup (100 g) packed brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon orange zest
• 1 teaspoon ground cardamom
• Pinch kosher salt

Glaze

• 2 cups confectioner’s sugar
• ¼ cup orange juice (or juice from one orange)

Instructions

1. Prepare the Yeast Mixture: Add ¾ cup milk to a measuring cup and heat it in the microwave for about 45 seconds until warm (around 110°F). Stir in the yeast and let it bloom for about 5 minutes until bubbly.
2. Mix Dough Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the blossomed yeast-milk mixture, egg, granulated sugar, and salt. Set aside.
3. Add Butter and Flour: Using a grater, grate the cold butter onto a cutting board or plate. Add the grated butter and flour to the bowl with the wet ingredients.
4. Combine Dough: Use your hands to gently combine ingredients until just incorporated. Either knead by hand or transfer the mixture to a stand mixer fitted with the dough hook and knead until a ball forms.
5. First Rise: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a towel and set it aside to rise for one hour until doubled in size.
6. Roll Out Dough: After rising, place the dough onto a floured surface and roll it out with a rolling pin into a ½-inch thick rectangle.
7. Spread Butter: Evenly spread the room temperature butter over the entire surface of the dough, going all the way to the edges.
8. Mix and Sprinkle Filling: In a small bowl, combine brown sugar, flour, orange zest, cardamom, and a pinch of salt. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the buttered dough.
9. Form Log and Twist: Roll the dough starting from the long edge into a log and pinch to seal the seam. Place the log seam side down. Cut lengthwise down the center, stopping about an inch from the end. Gently lift one half over the other, twisting the strands together 2-3 times.
10. Shape the Ring: Hold one end and twist the dough around it into a circular ring, exposing the cut layers facing upwards.
11. Second Rise: Place the dough ring into an 8- or 9-inch skillet greased with butter. Cover and let it rise for another hour.
12. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) while the dough does its second rise.
13. Bake the Bread: Uncover the dough and bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes. The bread should be golden brown. Cover with foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes to finish cooking.
14. Cool Before Glazing: Remove the bread from the oven and let it cool for about 10 minutes while you prepare the glaze.
15. Make the Glaze: In a medium bowl, whisk together confectioner’s sugar and orange juice until smooth and runny.
16. Glaze the Bread: Pour the glaze over the warm bread twist, ensuring it seeps into every nook and cranny.
17. Serve: Enjoy the bread warm or at room temperature.

Notes

• Use cold butter grated into the dough to create a flaky texture.
• If you don’t have a stand mixer, kneading by hand works perfectly.
• Make sure the milk is warm but not hot to properly activate the yeast.
• The glaze can be adjusted for thickness by adding more orange juice or confectioner’s sugar.
• Store leftovers tightly wrapped at room temperature for up to 2 days or freeze for longer storage.
• Make sure to cover the dough during resting periods to prevent drying out.
• This bread is best enjoyed fresh but can be lightly reheated before serving.

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