Danish Julekage Recipe: How to Make It

Ingredients

• 2 packages (1/4 ounce each) active dry yeast
• 1/4 cup warm water (110° to 115°)
• 2 cups warm milk (110° to 115°)
• 1 cup sugar
• 1/2 cup butter, softened
• 1 tablespoon shortening
• 2 teaspoons salt
• 1 teaspoon ground cardamom
• 3 eggs, beaten
• 8-1/2 to 9 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup raisins
• 1 cup chopped candied fruit
• FILLING:
• 2 tablespoons butter, melted
• 1/4 cup sugar
• TOPPING:
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom
• 2 tablespoons cold butter