Christmas Bread

Name: Christmas Bread
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 50 min
Cuisine: European, British
Ingredients: 1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast; 3/4 cup warm water (110° to 115°); 3/4 cup evaporated milk; 1/3 cup sugar; 1/3 cup shortening; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 2 eggs; 4 to 4-1/2 cups all-purpose flour, divided; 1 cup chopped mixed candied fruit; 1 cup confectioners' sugar; 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1 to 2 tablespoons milk; Additional candied fruit, optional

Instructions

Prep:20minCook:30min

Fruitcake is a traditional Christmas treat, but my family and friends prefer this slightly sweet bread. It's so pretty drizzled with vanilla icing and dotted with festive red and green candied fruit. I like to sprinkle extra fruit on top for added appeal. —Betty Jean McLaughlin, La Vista, Nebraska

Updated at: Wed, 04 Oct 2023 22:02:48 GMT