Sweet Walnut Bread (Cozonac cu Nucă)
Cozonac cu Nucă, or Sweet Walnut Bread, is a traditional Romanian dessert that is typically enjoyed during special occasions such as Easter or Christmas. This sweet bread is filled with a delicious mixture of walnuts, sugar, and spices, making it a perfect treat for those with a sweet tooth.
Ingredients
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/4 cup butter, melted
- 2 eggs
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
- 1/4 cup raisins
- 1/4 cup rum
Instructions
- In a small bowl, soak the raisins in rum for 30 minutes.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, salt, and vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, melted butter, and eggs.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until a dough forms.
- Fold in the chopped walnuts and soaked raisins.
- Transfer the dough to a greased loaf pan and let it rise for 1 hour.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake the cozonac cu nucă for 1 hour, or until golden brown.
- Allow the bread to cool before slicing and serving.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 30 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 1 hour
- Total time:
- 1 hour
- Cooking method
- Oven
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 300 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 40g
- Protein
- 6g
- Fat
- 12g
Supplies
Loaf pan Mixing bowls Whisk
Tools
Oven
Serving suggestions
Serve the cozonac cu nucă with a hot cup of coffee or tea for a delightful afternoon treat.
Tips & tricks
For an extra indulgent touch, drizzle the top of the bread with a simple sugar glaze after it has cooled.
Cost
$10