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Kluntje Bread Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/2 cup milk
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup kluntje (rock sugar)

Special equipment needed:
- 9x5 inch loaf pan
- Mixing bowls
- Whisk
- Spatula

Step-by-step instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F.

2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.

3. In another mixing bowl, whisk together the melted butter, milk, eggs, and vanilla extract.

4. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.

5. Fold in the kluntje.

6. Pour the batter into a greased 9x5 inch loaf pan.

7. Bake for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

8. Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before removing it from the pan and placing it on a wire rack to cool completely.


Time:
Preparation time: 15 minutes
Cooking time: 50-60 minutes
Temperature:
350°F
Serving size:
1 loaf

Nutritional information:
Calories: 260
Fat: 10g
Carbohydrates: 38g
Protein: 4g

Substitutions for ingredients:
- Kluntje can be substituted with regular granulated sugar.

Variations:
- Add 1 cup of chopped nuts to the batter for a nutty twist.
- Add 1 cup of raisins to the batter for a fruity twist.

Tips and tricks:
- Do not overmix the batter as it can result in a tough bread.
- Use room temperature ingredients for best results.
- Allow the bread to cool completely before slicing.

Storage instructions:
- Store the bread in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

Reheating instructions:
- To reheat the bread, wrap it in foil and place it in a preheated 350°F oven for 10-15 minutes.

Presentation ideas:
- Slice the bread and serve it on a platter with a dusting of powdered sugar.

Garnishes:
- Dust the bread with powdered sugar.

Pairings:
- Serve the bread with a cup of coffee or tea.

Suggested side dishes:
- Fresh fruit salad
- Scrambled eggs

Troubleshooting advice:
- If the bread is too dry, add a tablespoon of milk to the batter.
- If the bread is too moist, bake it for an additional 5-10 minutes.

Food safety advice:
- Always wash your hands before handling food.
- Use clean utensils and equipment when preparing food.

Food history:
- Kluntje bread is a traditional German sweet bread that is made with rock sugar.

Flavor profiles:
- The bread has a sweet and buttery flavor with a crunchy texture from the kluntje.

Serving suggestions:
- Serve the bread as a dessert or as a snack.

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Taste: Sweet, Nutty, Savory, Buttery, Fluffy