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Ingredients
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For the Spiced Sweet Bread
For the Filling
Method
For the Spiced Sweet Bread
- 1
Prepare the Dough
In a large mixing bowl, combine 4 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 cup of sugar, 2 tsp of active dry yeast, and 1 tsp of salt. Mix well.
- 2
Heat the Milk
In a small saucepan, warm 1 cup of milk until it's just about to boil. Remove from heat and let it cool to lukewarm.
- 3
Combine Wet Ingredients
In another bowl, whisk together 1 cup of duck fat, 2 large eggs, and 1 tsp of vanilla extract. Add the lukewarm milk to the mixture.
- 4
Mix Wet and Dry Ingredients
Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients. Add 1 tsp of ground cinnamon and 1 tsp of ground nutmeg. Stir until a dough forms.
- 5
Knead the Dough
Transfer the dough onto a floured surface and knead for about 10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- 6
First Rise
Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and allow it to rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until it has doubled in size.
For the Filling and Assembly
- 7
Prepare the Filling
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and roll it out into a rectangle. Layer 8 oz of sliced ham and 8 oz of Swiss cheese evenly over the dough.
- 8
Roll the Dough
Starting from one end, carefully roll the dough into a log shape, ensuring the filling stays inside.
- 9
Second Rise
Place the rolled dough in a greased baking pan and cover it again with a damp cloth. Let it rise for another 30 minutes.
- 10
Preheat the Oven
While the dough is rising, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- 11
Bake the Bread
After the second rise, bake the bread in the preheated oven for about 30-35 minutes until golden brown.
- 12
Cool and Serve
Once baked, remove from the oven and let it cool slightly before slicing. Serve warm as a delicious dish with duck fat flavor.
