Pandoro

A traditional Italian golden sweet bread made with citrus zest, rich egg yolks, and butter, finished with icing sugar.

Estimated Nutrition

Per Serving Total
Calories 460.3 kcals 3682 kcals
Carbohydrates 60.1 grams 481.2 grams
Fat 19.8 grams 158.4 grams
Protein 10.3 grams 82.5 grams
Cook Time
40 mins
Produces
8 people
Allergies
Vegetarian
Vegan
Dairy Free
Gluten Free

Ingredients

BakingIngredients
1
piece
Icing Sugar
For dusting
Dairy
150
g
Butter
Softened, plus extra for greasing
2
piece
Eggs
Medium, free-range
2
piece
Egg Yolks
Free-range
100
ml
Milk
Warmed
Fruits
1
piece
Orange
Finely grated zest only
1
piece
Lemon
Finely grated zest only
GrainsCereals
500
g
Strong White Flour
Plus extra for dusting
NutsSeeds
5
g

Steps

  • Combine flour, salt, sugar, yeast, zests, butter, eggs, yolks, vanilla, and milk in a mixer bowl.
  • Mix at a slow speed then increase to high for 10 minutes until the dough adheres to the hook.
  • Knead the dough into a ball on a floured surface and prove in a greased bowl until doubled.
  • Punch down the dough, shape into a ball, and place in a greased 500g mould to rise.
  • Bake at 190°C for 35 to 40 minutes until a skewer inserted in the center comes out clean.
  • Cool in the tin for 5 minutes then transfer to a wire rack.
  • Trim the base, slice horizontally, rotate the layers, and dust heavily with icing sugar before serving.