Pin It A festive and dazzling sweet bread shaped like a crown, adorned with colorful candied fruits and sugar pearls—a showstopping centerpiece perfect for celebrations.
Ingredients
- Dough: 500 g all-purpose flour, 80 g granulated sugar, 1 packet (7 g) active dry yeast, 200 ml warm milk, 2 large eggs, 100 g unsalted butter softened, 1 tsp salt, Zest of 1 orange, 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Decoration: 100 g assorted candied fruits (cherries, orange peel, citron), 2 tbsp pearl sugar, 1 egg yolk (for egg wash), 1 tbsp milk (for egg wash), 1 tbsp apricot jam (for glazing)
Instructions
- Step 1:
- In a large bowl, combine warm milk and yeast. Let sit for 5 minutes until foamy.
- Step 2:
- Add flour, sugar, salt, orange zest, vanilla, eggs, and softened butter. Mix until a soft dough forms.
- Step 3:
- Knead the dough on a floured surface for 8 10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Step 4:
- Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
- Step 5:
- Punch down the dough and shape it into a large ring (crown) on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Step 6:
- Cover loosely and let rise for another 30 40 minutes.
- Step 7:
- Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
- Step 8:
- Whisk the egg yolk with milk and brush over the risen dough.
- Step 9:
- Decorate the crown with candied fruits and pearl sugar, pressing them gently into the dough.
- Step 10:
- Bake for 25 30 minutes, or until golden brown.
- Step 11:
- While still warm, brush the crown with warmed apricot jam for shine. Let cool before serving.
Pin It Required Tools
Large mixing bowl Stand mixer (optional) Baking sheet Parchment paper Pastry brush
Allergen Information
Contains gluten (wheat) eggs and dairy (butter milk) Candied fruits may contain traces of nuts or sulfites check labels if concerned.
Nutritional Information (per serving)
Calories 340 Total Fat 9 g Carbohydrates 56 g Protein 7 g
Pin It Recipe FAQs
- → What type of flour is used for this bread?
All-purpose flour is used to create a tender yet sturdy dough suitable for shaping and rising.
- → How is the dough decorated before baking?
The dough is brushed with an egg yolk and milk wash, then topped with colorful candied fruits and pearl sugar pressed gently into the surface.
- → What gives the bread its subtle citrus flavor?
Orange zest is added to the dough to infuse a fresh and fragrant citrus note.
- → Can I add other toppings for texture?
Yes, slivered almonds can be incorporated for added crunch and visual appeal.
- → Is there a traditional surprise in this bread?
Yes, it’s customary to hide a small figurine (fève) inside before baking, bringing fun to the celebration.