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Italian Panettone Recipe

Irresistible Italian Panettone Recipe for Holiday Cheer

This Italian Panettone recipe is a delightful holiday bread that brings warmth and joy to festive gatherings.
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Prep Time 2 hours
Cook Time 55 minutes
Rising Time 2 hours
Total Time 4 hours 55 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1 cup Warm Milk Can substitute with almond or oat milk.
  • 1 packet Dried Yeast Instant yeast can be used for a quicker rise.
  • 1/2 cup Sugar Brown sugar can provide a richer flavor.
  • 1/2 cup Butter Coconut oil is a great dairy-free alternative.
  • 3 large Eggs Consider an egg replacement for a vegan option.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Almond extract works well as a substitute.
  • 1 tablespoon Grated Lemon Zest Lime zest offers a unique twist.
  • 1 tablespoon Grated Orange Zest Tangerine zest can be used instead.
  • 4 cups All-Purpose Flour Bread flour can improve chewiness.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt You can omit it for low-sodium diets.
For the Fillings
  • 1 cup Raisins Swap for dried cranberries or chopped dates if desired.
  • 1 teaspoon Rum Extract Can be omitted or replaced with apple juice extract.
  • 1/2 cup Candied Lemon and Orange Peel Any candied fruit mix can work as a substitute.
For Toppings
  • 1 tablespoon Butter for Greasing Any cooking spray can be used in its place.
  • 1 Egg White For Topping Feel free to omit it for a less glossy finish.
  • 1 cup Icing Sugar Powdered erythritol is a low-calorie alternative.

Equipment

  • Panettone pan
  • Mixing Bowls
  • electric mixer
  • whisk
  • measuring cups
  • spatula
  • Wire Rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Pan: Grease your Panettone pan with softened butter to prevent sticking.
  2. Activate the Yeast: Combine warm milk, dried yeast, and a teaspoon of sugar. Let it sit for 10 minutes.
  3. Cream the Butter and Sugar: Cream together sugar and butter until fluffy, then add vanilla extract.
  4. Incorporate Eggs and Zests: Gradually add eggs, then stir in the zests.
  5. Combine Dry Ingredients: Whisk together flour and salt, then alternately add to the wet mixture.
  6. Knead the Dough: Knead the dough for about 15 minutes until smooth.
  7. Let the Dough Rise: Place dough in a greased bowl covered with a cloth and let it rise for 2 hours.
  8. Add Fruits and Re-shape: Punch down the dough, then knead in the fruits and shape into a ball.
  9. Second Rise: Cover and let the dough rise again for 1 hour.
  10. Bake the Panettone: Preheat oven to 350°F, brush with egg white, and bake for 50-55 minutes.
  11. Cool and Dust: Cool upside down on a wire rack and dust with icing sugar.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 4gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 450IUCalcium: 15mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Feel free to customize your Panettone with different fruits or spices to suit your preference.

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