HOSKA - CZECHOSLOVAKIAN CHRISTMAS BREAD
My grandmother taught me how to make Hoska, a Czechoslovakian Christmas Bread. It is a sweet bread that I normally reheat and spread with butter.
Provided by maureenebrown
Categories Yeast Breads
Time 4h
Yield 1 loaf, 24 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Dissolve yeast in 1/2 cup lukewarm water until bubbly. To the warm milk add soft butter, salt, sugar, vanilla, spices and orange rind. Let cool to lukewarm.
- Add yeast mixture and beaten eggs and mix well. Sift in 4 cups flour, stirring well, add raisins and nuts alternately. Then add remaining flour, beat until dough does not stick to bowl.
- Turn out on floured board and knead until smooth and elastic about 8 or 10 minutes. Put in greased bowl, cover and let rise in warm place until doubled, about 1 1/2 hours. Punch down dough and divide in half. This make 2 loaves.
- Cut 4 large and 5 smaller portions, roll each into long rolls. Braid the 4 rolls forming a loaf. Put on pan lined with greased brown paper. Braid the 3 smaller rolls and place on top, then remaining 2 pieces on top.
- Brush with beaten egg whites in a little water. Let rise to double in bulk. For rich crust brush with melted butter during baking. Bake at 400 degrees for 15 minutes, lower temperature to 325 degrees for 45 minutes longer depending on how you like it.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 321.4, Fat 11.8, SaturatedFat 5.9, Cholesterol 65.3, Sodium 221, Carbohydrate 47, Fiber 2, Sugar 12.3, Protein 7.3
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Sweetheart Lucky
[email protected]This bread was amazing! It was so soft and fluffy, and the sweet filling was the perfect touch. I will definitely be making this bread again.
Lem Savage
[email protected]This bread was just okay. It wasn't as flavorful as I expected. I think I might try a different recipe next time.
BLACK 4 4 4
[email protected]This bread was a bit time-consuming to make, but it was worth it! It turned out so delicious. I will definitely be making it again.
Anik Raja
[email protected]This bread is a must-try for anyone who loves sweet bread! It's so soft and fluffy, and the sweet filling is the perfect touch.
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[email protected]I'm not sure what went wrong, but my bread turned out really dense. I think I might have overmixed the dough.
Junior Escalante
[email protected]This bread was a hit at my Christmas party! Everyone loved it. It was so soft and fluffy, and the sweet filling was the perfect touch.
Jordan Pillay
[email protected]This bread was so easy to make and it turned out so delicious! I love the sweet filling and the soft, fluffy dough.
ezz aliwat
[email protected]This bread was a bit dry, but the flavor was good. I think I might try adding some more liquid to the dough next time.
Sujala Neupane
[email protected]This bread was amazing! The dough was so soft and fluffy, and the sweet filling was the perfect touch. I will definitely be making this bread again.
Sharin Israt
[email protected]This was my first time making Hoska bread, and it was a bit challenging. The dough was very sticky, but I managed to work with it. The bread turned out delicious, but it wasn't as pretty as I would have liked.
Heidi Titus
[email protected]I made this bread for a Christmas party and it was a big success! Everyone loved it. The dough was easy to work with and the bread turned out perfectly.
Rozina Gul
[email protected]This bread was a bit more work than I expected, but it was worth it! The finished product was beautiful and delicious. I will definitely be making it again.
Daja Ajad
[email protected]I've made this bread several times now, and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make and it's always delicious. I love the sweet filling and the soft, fluffy dough.
Jasmine Carroll
[email protected]This was my first time making Hoska bread, and it turned out great! I followed the recipe exactly and the bread was perfect. My family loved it!
CatO Burkhart
[email protected]I made this bread for my family on Christmas morning and it was a huge hit! The bread was so soft and flavorful. The sweet filling was the perfect touch. I will definitely be making this bread again next year.
Shirley Thomas
[email protected]This Hoska bread was a delightful addition to our Christmas celebration! The dough was easy to work with and the bread had a lovely soft and fluffy texture. The sweet filling was a perfect complement to the slightly tangy dough.