Julekake Bread Machine Recipe

Ingredients

• 4 cups all-purpose flour (plus extra for dusting)
• 2 teaspoons ground cardamom (key for that classic Norwegian spice)
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 2 teaspoons active dry yeast
• 1 cup raisins (rinsed and patted dry)
• 1/2 cup candied citrus peel (finely chopped)
• 1 cup whole milk , warmed (between 100°F and 110°F)
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter , melted and cooled
• 2 large eggs
• 1/2 cup slivered almonds (lightly toasted)
• 1/4 cup dark rum or orange juice (to soak the raisins for extra depth)
• Zest of 1 lemon or orange