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Pulla Nutmeg Coffee Cake Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup warm milk
- 2 eggs
- 2 teaspoons active dry yeast
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

For the topping:
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg

Special equipment needed:
- Stand mixer with dough hook attachment
- 9-inch springform pan
- Parchment paper

Step-by-step instructions:

1. In the bowl of a stand mixer, combine the flour, sugar, yeast, salt, nutmeg, and cardamom. Mix on low speed until combined.
2. Add the warm milk, eggs, vanilla extract, and softened butter to the bowl. Mix on low speed until the dough comes together.
3. Increase the speed to medium and knead the dough for 5-7 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.
4. Cover the bowl with a clean kitchen towel and let the dough rise in a warm, draft-free place for 1 hour or until it doubles in size.
5. Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan with parchment paper.
6. Punch down the dough and transfer it to a floured surface. Roll it out into a 12-inch circle.
7. Transfer the dough to the prepared pan and press it down to fit the bottom and sides of the pan.
8. In a small bowl, mix together the sugar, flour, cinnamon, and nutmeg for the topping. Cut in the softened butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
9. Sprinkle the topping over the dough in the pan.
10. Bake the coffee cake for 30-35 minutes or until the topping is golden brown and the dough is cooked through.
11. Remove the coffee cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes before removing it from the pan and transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.


Time:
Preparation time: 20 minutes
Cooking time: 30-35 minutes
Total time: 1 hour 55 minutes
5. Temperature:
Preheat the oven to 350°F.
Serving size:
This recipe makes 8-10 servings.

Nutritional information:
Calories: 464
Fat: 20g
Saturated Fat: 12g
Cholesterol: 96mg
Sodium: 299mg
Carbohydrates: 63g
Fiber: 2g
Sugar: 18g
Protein: 9g

Substitutions for ingredients:
- You can use bread flour instead of all-purpose flour for a chewier texture.
- You can use brown sugar instead of granulated sugar for a deeper flavor.
- You can use salted butter instead of unsalted butter, but adjust the amount of salt accordingly.

Variations:
- Add chopped nuts or dried fruit to the topping for extra texture and flavor.
- Substitute the nutmeg and cardamom for other spices like cinnamon, ginger, or cloves.
- Add a layer of fruit preserves or cream cheese filling to the coffee cake before adding the topping.

Tips and tricks:
- Make sure the milk is warm but not hot, as it can kill the yeast.
- Let the dough rise in a warm, draft-free place for best results.
- Use a serrated knife to cut the coffee cake for clean slices.

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

Reheating instructions:
To reheat the coffee cake, wrap it in foil and bake it in a 350°F oven for 10-15 minutes or until warmed through.

Presentation ideas:
Serve the coffee cake on a cake stand or platter for a beautiful presentation.

Garnishes:
Dust the coffee cake with powdered sugar or sprinkle with chopped nuts for a decorative touch.

Pairings:
Serve the coffee cake with a cup of coffee or tea for a delicious breakfast or snack.

Suggested side dishes:
Pair the coffee cake with fresh fruit or yogurt for a balanced breakfast or snack.

Troubleshooting advice:
- If the dough is too dry, add a tablespoon of warm milk at a time until it comes together.
- If the dough is too sticky, add a tablespoon of flour at a time until it becomes smooth and elastic.

Food safety advice:
Make sure to use fresh yeast and check the expiration date on all ingredients.

Food history:
Pulla is a traditional Finnish sweet bread that is often flavored with cardamom and served with coffee or tea.

Flavor profiles:
This coffee cake has a warm and spicy flavor from the nutmeg and cardamom, and a sweet and buttery topping.

Serving suggestions:
Serve the coffee cake warm or at room temperature for best results.

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Region: Finnish

Taste: Sweet, Nutty, Spicy, Aromatic