Description
Classic Orange Cardamom Breakfast Twist delights with its aromatic spices and citrus notes. Warm, flaky pastry promises a morning journey through Middle Eastern bakery traditions, inviting you to savor each delectable bite.
Ingredients
- 2 ¼ tsps (1 packet) active dry yeast
- 1 large egg
- ¾ cup (180 ml) warm milk
- 3 cups (375 g) all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup (50 g) granulated sugar
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ cup (60 g) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 tbsp orange zest
- ¼ cup (60 g) unsalted butter, softened
- ¼ cup (50 g) granulated sugar
- 1 tsp ground cardamom
- ½ tsp cinnamon
- 1 cup (120 g) powdered sugar
- 2 ¾ tbsps fresh orange juice
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Yeast Activation: Dissolve yeast in warm milk with a hint of sugar, letting the mixture transform into a frothy, bubbling elixir for 5-7 minutes.
- Dry Ingredient Fusion: Merge flour, remaining sugar, and salt in a spacious mixing bowl, establishing a foundational dry mixture.
- Dough Formation: Seamlessly blend the activated yeast liquid, softened butter, and egg into the flour base, stirring until a cohesive, slightly tacky dough materializes.
- Kneading and Development: Transfer the dough onto a lightly floured surface, methodically working the dough with palm heels. Continuously rotate and fold to cultivate a silky, elastic texture that springs back when touched.
- Primary Fermentation: Nestle the kneaded dough into a lightly oiled ceramic bowl, covering with a clean kitchen towel. Tuck in a warm, sheltered spot to allow the dough to rise and expand, roughly doubling in volume within 1-1.5 hours.
- Proofing Verification: Test the dough’s readiness by gently pressing a finger into its surface – a lingering indentation signals the perfect moment to proceed with further preparation.
Notes
Activate Yeast Perfectly: Ensure milk is lukewarm (around 110°F) to wake up yeast without killing it; too hot or cold temperatures will prevent proper fermentation.
Knead with Precision: Use consistent, firm pressure when kneading to develop strong gluten networks, creating a light and airy texture in the final pastry.
Rise in Right Environment: Choose a warm, draft-free spot like inside a turned-off oven or near a warm appliance to help dough rise evenly and efficiently.
Moisture Management: Cover dough with a damp cloth or plastic wrap to prevent surface from drying out during proofing, maintaining a soft and supple texture.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 13
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 25 mg