CHERRY ALMOND WREATH

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I usually serve this spectacular coffee cake on a silver tray with a small artificial poinsettia blossoms and leaves in the center. My daughter and I enjoy making specialty breads like this one and find they make excellent Christmas gives for family and friends. -Gwen Roffler, Grassy Butte, North Dakota

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h5m

Yield 20 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 22

1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast
1/2 cup warm whole milk (110° to 115°)
1/4 cup warm water (110° to 115°)
2 large eggs, room temperature
1/4 cup butter, softened
3 tablespoons sugar
1-1/2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom
3 to 4-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
FILLING:
1/4 cup butter, softened
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons sugar
1 teaspoon almond extract
1/2 teaspoon grated lemon zest
2/3 cup finely chopped blanched almonds
1/2 cup chopped red and green candied cherries
GLAZE:
2/3 cup confectioners' sugar
2 teaspoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon water

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm milk and water. Add the eggs, butter, sugar, salt, lemon zest, cardamom and 2 cups flour; beat until smooth. Add enough remaining flour to form a soft dough. , Turn onto a floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, about 6 to 8 minutes. Place in a greased bowl, turning once to grease top. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 hour. , In a small bowl, beat butter, flour, sugar, extract and lemon zest. Stir in almonds and cherries. Refrigerate. , Punch dough down. Turn on a lightly floured surface. Roll into a 30-in. x 9-in. rectangle. Crumble filling over rectangle to within 1/2 in. of edges. , Roll up jelly-roll style, starting with a long side; pinch seam to seal. Place seam side down on a greased baking sheet. With scissors, cut lengthwise down the middle of the roll; carefully turn cut sides up. Loosely twist strips around each other, keeping cut sides up. Shape into a ring and pinch ends together. Cover and let rise for 1 hour., Bake at 350° for 35-40 minutes or until browned. Cool for 15 minutes on a wire rack. Combine glaze ingredients; drizzle over warm coffee cake. Cool completely.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 194 calories, Fat 8g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 34mg cholesterol, Sodium 237mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

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I had trouble finding candied cherries. I ended up using dried cherries instead. The wreath still turned out great!


Alhaji M Kanneh
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This cherry almond wreath is a bit too sweet for my taste. I think I'll try reducing the amount of sugar next time.


Shahin Niloy sk
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I've made this wreath several times now and it's always a hit. It's the perfect dessert for any occasion. I love the combination of cherries and almonds. It's so unique and delicious.


Sanaullah Zamir
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This wreath is a little time-consuming to make, but it's definitely worth it. The results are stunning and the flavor is amazing. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Sarfraz Ahmad
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I'm not a baker, but I was able to make this wreath without any problems. It's so easy to follow the recipe. The wreath turned out beautifully and it tasted delicious.


Inge De lange
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This wreath is absolutely gorgeous! It's perfect for any special occasion. The flavors are amazing and the texture is so moist.


Mohammad Dilsoz
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I made this wreath for a party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it. It's so easy to make and it looks so impressive.


Jacob Burdge
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This is a great recipe! The wreath is so moist and flavorful. I love the combination of cherries and almonds. It's the perfect dessert for any occasion.


natme mrJJ
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This wreath is delicious! The cherries and almonds are a perfect combination. I love that the recipe is so easy to follow. I'll definitely be making this again.


MD Shuyaibul Islam
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make, and the wreath always turns out beautifully. I've made it for parties, potlucks, and even just for my family. It's always a hit.


Isaac Parkes
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This is the best cherry almond wreath I've ever had! The recipe is easy to follow, and the results are stunning. The wreath is so moist and flavorful, and the cherries and almonds add a touch of elegance.


John Henry
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I'm not a big fan of cherries, but I loved this wreath! The almonds really balance out the tartness of the cherries. The wreath is also very moist and flavorful. I would definitely make it again.


Sector Loveth
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This wreath was a showstopper! I made it for a party, and it was gone in minutes. Everyone loved the combination of flavors and textures. The wreath is also very easy to make, which is a bonus.


Nirob Vai
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I was skeptical about this recipe at first, but I'm so glad I tried it! The cherry almond wreath turned out beautifully, and it tasted even better than it looked. The almond flavor really shines through, and the cherries add a touch of sweetness and


king of PUBG
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This cherry almond wreath is an absolute delight! The combination of sweet cherries and nutty almonds is simply divine. The wreath is also incredibly easy to make, and it looks stunning when it's finished. I've made it twice now, and it's been a hit