Description
Sweet Cardamom Bread with Honey Orange Butter is a delightful and aromatic treat perfect for any occasion. This luscious bread blends the warm, spiced notes of cardamom with the sweetness of honey and zesty orange, resulting in a comforting loaf that’s ideal for breakfast, brunch, or an afternoon snack. Its soft texture and heavenly aroma make it a hit among family and friends, whether served fresh from the oven or toasted with a generous dollop of honey orange butter. With easy-to-follow steps, even novice bakers can create this indulgent sweet bread to impress at gatherings or enjoy as a special everyday treat.
Ingredients
- ½ cup warm water
- pinch sugar
- 2 tsp active dry yeast
- 1 cup warm milk
- ½ cup honey
- 2 tbsp melted butter
- 3 eggs (divided)
- 5 ¾ cups all-purpose flour (plus extra)
- 2 tsp ground cardamom
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 sticks softened butter
- 3 tbsp honey
- zest of 1 orange
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix warm water and sugar; sprinkle yeast on top. Let stand until frothy (5–10 minutes).
- In a large bowl, combine warm milk, honey, melted butter, and two eggs; mix well.
- In another bowl, whisk flour, cardamom, and salt together. Gradually add to wet ingredients while stirring.
- Knead dough on a floured surface for about 10 minutes until smooth; place in greased bowl to rise until doubled (about an hour).
- Punch down the risen dough; divide into two loaves and shape. Place in greased loaf pans.
- Cover loaves and let rise again until doubled (30–45 minutes).
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake loaves for 25–30 minutes until golden brown.
- For honey orange butter, mix softened butter with honey and orange zest until creamy.
- Serve sliced warm bread with honey orange butter.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 45mg