Ingredients<\/p>\n\n\n\n
For the Dough:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
3 1\/4 cups all-purpose flour<\/p>\n\n\n\n
1\/4 cup granulated sugar<\/p>\n\n\n\n
1 teaspoon salt<\/p>\n\n\n\n
2 1\/4 teaspoons instant yeast (1 packet)<\/p>\n\n\n\n
3\/4 cup warm milk (110\u00b0F\/45\u00b0C)<\/p>\n\n\n\n
1\/4 cup unsalted butter, melted<\/p>\n\n\n\n
1 large egg<\/p>\n\n\n\n
1\/2 teaspoon vanilla extract<\/p>\n\n\n\n
For the Filling:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
1\/2 cup dried cranberries<\/p>\n\n\n\n
1\/2 cup raisins<\/p>\n\n\n\n
1\/4 cup brown sugar<\/p>\n\n\n\n
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon<\/p>\n\n\n\n
1\/4 cup unsalted butter, softened<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Optional: zest of 1 orange for extra festive flavor<\/p>\n\n\n\n
For the Glaze:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
1\/2 cup powdered sugar<\/p>\n\n\n\n
2 tablespoons orange juice or milk<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Optional: extra cranberries or nuts for topping<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Instructions<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Prepare the Dough:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, salt, and yeast. Mix well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Add the warm milk, melted butter, egg, and vanilla extract. Mix until the dough comes together.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Knead the dough on a floured surface for 8-10 minutes (or use a stand mixer with a dough hook for 5-7 minutes) until smooth and elastic.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover, and let it rise in a warm place for 1-2 hours, or until doubled in size.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Prepare the Filling:<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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