Delicious Sweet Dough Cake with Dried Fruits and Nuts

Ingredients:

For the dough:

• • 2 eggs
  • 4 tablespoons of sugar

• • 400 ml warm milk
  • 1 packet dry yeast (7g)
  • 100 ml oil

• • 780 g flour (adjust depending on the size of the eggs)
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 70 g well-softened butter

• • 2 tablespoons sugar (for butter)
  • Peel of 1 orange
  • Handful of raisins, blueberries, walnuts, or any dried fruit/nuts of your choice

For brushing:

• • 1 egg yolk
  • 1 tablespoon milk

For serving:

• Powdered sugar for sprinkling

Directions:

• • In a large bowl, mix eggs, sugar, and warm milk together.
  • Sprinkle dry yeast over the mixture and allow it to activate for 10 minutes.
  • Add oil, softened butter, and orange peel to the yeast mixture.

• • Gradually add the flour and salt, mixing until the dough comes together.
  • Knead the dough on a floured surface until it becomes smooth and elastic.
  • Add the dried fruits and nuts and knead again until evenly distributed.

• • Cover the dough with a clean kitchen towel and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
  • Preheat the oven to 160°C (320°F).
  • Once the dough has risen, punch it down and shape it into a cake or bread loaf.

• • Place it on a greased baking pan.
  • Brush the top with the egg yolk and milk mixture.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes, or until golden brown.

• Allow the cake to cool, then sprinkle with powdered sugar.
• Serve and enjoy!

Serving Suggestions:

• • Pair with a cup of tea or coffee for a delightful afternoon snack.
  • Serve with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream for extra indulgence.
  • Garnish with fresh berries or a drizzle of honey.

• Serve alongside fresh fruit for a balanced treat.
• Perfect for breakfast or brunch with a warm beverage.

Cooking Tips:

• • Make sure the milk is warm but not hot, as it could kill the yeast.
  • The dough should be soft and slightly sticky; adjust the flour accordingly.
  • Knead the dough well to ensure a soft, fluffy texture.

• Let the dough rise in a warm place for better results.
• Brush the top of the dough with egg yolk and milk for a shiny, golden finish.

Nutritional Benefits:

• Contains protein and healthy fats from eggs, nuts, and seeds.
• Provides fiber and antioxidants from dried fruits.
• Rich in essential vitamins from the orange peel and eggs.