Apricot Couronne

Make teatime special with this sweet, glazed crown of rich bread stuffed with apricots, walnuts, and raisins.

Estimated Nutrition

Per Serving Total
Calories 1063 kcals 4252 kcals
Carbohydrates 161.3 grams 645.1 grams
Fat 42.1 grams 168.2 grams
Protein 14.6 grams 58.4 grams
Cook Time
35 mins
Produces
4 people
Allergies
Vegetarian
Vegan
Dairy Free
Gluten Free

Ingredients

BakingIngredients
CondimentsSauces
Dairy
50
g
Butter
Unsalted softened plus extra for greasing
105
ml
1
piece
Egg
Free-range and lightly beaten
90
g
Butter
Unsalted and softened
Fruits
120
g
Apricots
Dried, chopped and soaked in orange juice
60
g
1
piece
Orange
Zest only
GrainsCereals
250
g
Bread Flour
Strong white plus extra for dusting
NutsSeeds
5
g
65
g
Walnuts
Chopped
25
g
Almonds
Flaked

Steps

  • Combine flour, salt, yeast, butter, milk, and egg in a bowl to form a soft dough.
  • Knead the dough on a floured surface for 10-12 minutes until smooth.
  • Place dough in an oiled bowl, cover, and let rise for one hour until doubled.
  • Beat butter and sugar together, then mix in apricots, raisins, flour, walnuts, and orange zest.
  • Line a baking tray with parchment or silicone paper.
  • Roll dough into a 33x25cm rectangle, spread filling, and roll tightly like a Swiss roll.
  • Cut roll lengthways, twist into a rope, and join ends to form a circular crown.
  • Place in a plastic bag to prove for 30-45 minutes and preheat oven to 200°C.
  • Bake for 25-35 minutes until golden-brown and cool on a wire rack.
  • Glaze with warm sieved jam, drizzle with icing sugar mixture, and sprinkle with almonds.