Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 cup warm milk
- 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 4 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 4 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup dried apple pieces
- 1/2 cup cinnamon chips
Special equipment needed:
- Stand mixer with dough hook attachment
- Large mixing bowl
- Parchment paper
- 9-inch round cake pan
- Pastry brush
Step-by-step instructions:
1. In the bowl of a stand mixer, combine warm milk and yeast. Let sit for 5 minutes until the yeast is foamy.
2. Add sugar, melted butter, eggs, vanilla extract, and salt to the bowl. Mix until well combined.
3. Add flour to the bowl, 1 cup at a time, mixing on low speed until the dough comes together.
4. Increase the speed to medium and knead the dough for 5-7 minutes until it is smooth and elastic.
5. Add the dried apple pieces and cinnamon chips to the dough and knead for an additional 1-2 minutes until they are evenly distributed.
6. Place the dough in a large mixing bowl and cover with a clean kitchen towel. Let the dough rise in a warm, draft-free place for 1 hour or until it has doubled in size.
7. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
8. Grease a 9-inch round cake pan with butter and line the bottom with parchment paper.
9. Punch down the dough and transfer it to the prepared cake pan. Use a pastry brush to brush the top of the dough with melted butter.
10. Bake the panettone for 35-40 minutes until it is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
11. Remove the panettone from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Time:
Preparation time: 20 minutes
Cooking time: 35-40 minutes
Total time: 1 hour 20 minutes
5. Temperature:
Preheat the oven to 350°F.
Serving size:
This recipe makes 1 9-inch panettone, which serves 8-10 people.
Nutritional information:
Calories: 425
Fat: 14g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Cholesterol: 98mg
Sodium: 293mg
Carbohydrates: 66g
Fiber: 2g
Sugar: 23g
Protein: 10g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Dried apple pieces can be substituted with fresh apple pieces or apple sauce.
- Cinnamon chips can be substituted with cinnamon sugar or ground cinnamon.
Variations:
- Chocolate chip panettone: Substitute the dried apple pieces and cinnamon chips with chocolate chips.
- Cranberry orange panettone: Substitute the dried apple pieces and cinnamon chips with dried cranberries and orange zest.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure the milk is warm, but not too hot, or it will kill the yeast.
- Let the dough rise in a warm, draft-free place to ensure it doubles in size.
- Brushing the top of the dough with melted butter before baking will give it a golden brown crust.
Storage instructions:
Store the panettone in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
To reheat the panettone, slice it and toast it in a toaster oven or oven at 350°F for 5-7 minutes.
Presentation ideas:
Serve the panettone on a cake stand or platter and dust it with powdered sugar.
Garnishes:
Garnish the panettone with fresh apple slices and cinnamon sticks.
Pairings:
Pair the panettone with a cup of hot coffee or tea.
Suggested side dishes:
Serve the panettone with a side of whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the dough is too dry, add a tablespoon of milk at a time until it comes together.
- If the dough is too sticky, add a tablespoon of flour at a time until it is smooth and elastic.
Food safety advice:
Make sure to wash your hands and all equipment before and after handling food to prevent the spread of bacteria.
Food history:
Panettone is a traditional Italian Christmas bread that originated in Milan in the early 20th century.
Flavor profiles:
The apple cinnamon panettone has a sweet and spicy flavor profile with a soft and fluffy texture.
Serving suggestions:
Serve the panettone as a dessert or breakfast treat.
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Region: Italian