For an extra touch of flavor, brush the loaves with an egg wash before baking to create a glossy crust. If you don't have bread flour, all-purpose flour can be substituted, but the texture may be slightly different. Store the cooled loaves in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. Try adding a sprinkle of chopped almonds or pearl sugar on top of the frosting for added texture and visual appeal.
Finnish Nissua
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PREP TIME40 mins
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COOK TIME30 mins
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TOTAL TIME3 hrs 20 mins
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SERVING30 People
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VIEWS177
Embark on a culinary journey to Finland with this traditional Nissua recipe. This sweet cardamom-spiced bread, braided into elegant loaves, offers a taste of Nordic comfort. Topped with a delicate vanilla frosting, it's the perfect treat for any occasion.
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate37 g
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Cholesterol22 mg
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Fiber1 g
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Protein6 g
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Saturated Fat2 g
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Sodium133 mg
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Sugar12 g
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Fat5 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
DIRECTIONS
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01 Step
Recipe View Infuse the Milk: In a small saucepan, gently heat the milk until it just begins to simmer. Remove from heat and stir in the butter, sugar, and salt until fully dissolved. Allow to cool until lukewarm. (Approximately 15 minutes)
02 Step
Recipe View Activate the Yeast: In a separate small bowl, dissolve the yeast in lukewarm water. Let stand until foamy, indicating the yeast is active. (Approximately 10 minutes)
03 Step
Recipe View Combine Wet Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled milk mixture, beaten eggs, 1.5 cups of bread flour, cardamom, and the activated yeast mixture. Mix well to combine. Cover the bowl and let it rest in a warm place until bubbly. (Approximately 20-30 minutes)
04 Step
Recipe View Incorporate Flour and Knead: Gradually add the remaining bread flour, 1/2 cup at a time, mixing well after each addition until the dough comes together. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead until smooth and elastic. (Approximately 8 minutes)
05 Step
Recipe View First Rise: Lightly grease a large bowl with oil. Place the dough in the bowl, turning to coat. Cover with a damp cloth and let rise in a warm place until doubled in size. (Approximately 1 hour)
06 Step
Recipe View Shape the Loaves: Gently deflate the risen dough and turn it out onto a lightly floured surface. Divide the dough into three equal pieces, then divide each of those pieces into thirds. Roll each small piece into a long strand. Braid three strands together to form a loaf. Repeat with the remaining dough. Place the braided loaves on lightly greased baking sheets.
07 Step
Recipe View Second Rise: Cover the loaves and let them rise again until nearly doubled. (Approximately 40 minutes). Meanwhile, preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
08 Step
Recipe View Bake: Bake the loaves in the preheated oven until golden brown. (Approximately 30 minutes). Transfer the baked loaves to a wire rack to cool completely.
09 Step
Recipe View Prepare the Frosting: In a small bowl, cream together the softened butter and confectioners' sugar until smooth. Stir in the vanilla extract and milk until you reach a spreadable consistency.
10 Step
Recipe View Frost: Once the loaves are completely cool, generously spread the vanilla frosting over the top.
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Camila Renner
Dec 5, 2024I made this for a bake sale, and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the sweet, subtle flavor.
Meta Lynch
Oct 19, 2024This recipe is amazing! The bread is so soft and flavorful. The cardamom gives it a wonderful aroma.
Fredrick Jenkins
Mar 13, 2024The frosting is the perfect complement to the bread. Not too sweet, just right!
Tad Fahey
Dec 8, 2023The braiding was a little tricky at first, but the results were well worth it. My family devoured it in one sitting!