Norwegian Raisin Beer Bread Recipes

NORWEGIAN RAISIN-BEER BREAD

Steps:

• Add the ingredients to the machine according to the manufacturer's directions.
• Select the basic white bread cycle.

SCANDINAVIAN BEER BREAD ( BREADMAKER 1 1/2 LB. LOAF)

Steps:

• Measure all ingredients into bread machine pan in the order suggested by the manufacturer.
• Process in basic/white bread or whole wheat cycle: medium/normal crust setting.
• Timed-bake feature can be used.
• Remove baked bread from pan and cool on wire rack.
• To make Crisp Bread Slices: Cool bread at least 2 hours.
• Thinly slice.
• Remove crusts and cut into squares or triangles.
• Or use cookie cutters to cut out holiday shapes.
• To crisp, place slices on baking sheets.
• Brush lightly with melted butter.
• Bake at 375ºF for 5 to 10 minutes or until lightly browned.
• Remove to wire racks to cool.
• Serve with fruit- or herb-flavored cream cheese or thinly sliced meats and cheeses.

BUTTER CRUSTED BEER BREAD

Steps:

• Mix flour, parsley and sugar on low for 1 minute.
• Add beer and continue to mix for another minute or until beer is thoroughly incorporated Pour batter into lightly greased loaf pan.
• Pour melted butter on top.
• Bake for 45-55 minutes at 350 degrees.
• Let stand 10 minutes before serving.

NORWEGIAN CARDAMOM BREAD BRAIDS

Steps:

• In a bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. Add warm milk, sugar, butter, 2 eggs, cardamom, salt and 6 cups flour; beat until smooth. Stir in enough remaining flour to form a soft dough., Turn onto a floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, about 6-8 minutes. Place in a greased bowl, turning once to grease top. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1-1/4 hours., Punch dough down; cover and let rest for 10 minutes. Divide into fourths. Divide each portion into thirds; shape each into a 12-in. rope. Place three ropes on a greased baking sheet and braid; pinch ends to seal and tuck under. Repeat with remaining dough. Cover and let rise in a warm place until nearly doubled, about 45 minutes., Preheat oven to 375°. Beat remaining egg; brush over loaves. Sprinkle with sugar. Bake until golden brown, 20-25 minutes. Remove from pans to wire racks.

NORWEGIAN CHRISTMAS BREAD

Steps:

• In a bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. Add sugar, egg, butter, salt, cardamom and 2 cups flour; mix well. Stir in raisins, citron and enough remaining flour to form a soft dough., Turn onto a floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, about 6-8 minutes. Place in a greased bowl, turning once to greased top. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 hour., Punch dough down; divide in half. Shape each portion into a flattened ball. Place in two greased 9-in. round baking pans. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 hour., Bake at 350° for 30-35 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from pans to cool on wire racks.