Finnish Easter Bread - Red Star® Yeast

Ingredients

• 2 1/2 to 3 cups bread flour, divided
• 2 (0.25oz each) packages (14g) or 4 1/2 teaspoons Red Star Active Dry Yeast
• 2 tablespoons plus 1/4 cup granulated sugar, divided
• 1/4 teaspoon table salt
• 1/2 cup warm water (120-130°F)
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter or margarine (softened)
• 3 large egg yolks
• 1 teaspoon grated lemon rind
• 1 teaspoon grated orange rind
• 1/2 cup raisins
• 1/2 cup almonds, finely chopped
• 3 large egg whites
• 1 (8oz) package cream cheese (softened)
• 2 tablespoons milk
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/8 teaspoon table salt
• 2 cups powdered sugar