Gugelhopf (Loaf Pan)

Updated at: Thu, 17 Aug 2023 01:12:11 GMT

Step 1

Mix milk and water in a microwave-safe container. Heat to a minimum of 180°. Add shortening, stir until melted, and cool to lukewarm.

Step 2

Place flour, sugar, salt and yeast in a large bowl, preferably of stand mixer. Stir to mix. Add eggs and milk mixture. Combine thoroughly on low speed of mixer. Beat 2-3 minutes on medium and 5 minutes on high. Cover dough with clean towel, and place in warm (80-90°) spot until doubled in size.

Step 3

Meanwhile, grease a loaf pan and (optional) coat with bread crumbs.

Step 4

Add the candied fruit to the dough, beat soundly and pour into pan. Cover and raise again until almost doubled.

Step 5

Preheat oven to 400°. Bake loaf 25-30 minutes, or until internal temperature reaches 180-185°. Remove from oven and cool 10 minutes in pan on wire rack. Loosen edges carefully and turn out loaf onto wire rack to cool completely.

Step 6

Sprinkle top with confectioners sugar, if desired, before serving.

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