Heavenly Mixed Berry and Cream Cheese Swirl Bread

This delightful Mixed Berry and Cream Cheese Swirl Bread combines the lushness of cream cheese with the tartness of mixed berries, creating a mouthwatering treat. The sweet, zesty dough is infused with lemon zest and layered with a fruity cream cheese spread, dotted with an assortment of dried mixed berries and almond flakes. This bread is not only visually appealing with its spiral design but also offers a perfect balance of creamy and fruity flavors.

Why You’ll Love It:

• Fruity and Creamy Delight: The blend of cream cheese and mixed berries provides a delightful mix of tart and sweet.
• Lemon Zest Freshness: The lemon zest in the dough adds a refreshing twist, enhancing the bread’s overall flavor.
• Versatile Treat: Perfect for breakfast, dessert, or as a snack, this bread caters to various tastes.
• Artisanal Touch: The spiral design makes it not just a treat for the palate but also for the eyes.

• Dough:
  • 200 ml milk
  • 25 g fresh yeast
  • 650-700 g flour
  • 100 g butter
  • 2 eggs
  • 150 g sugar
  • Zest of 1 lemon
• Filling:
  • Mixed dried berries (blueberries, raspberries, blackberries)
  • Cream cheese (Philadelphia or similar)
  • Mixed berry jam
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • 2 tbsp brown sugar
  • Zest of 1 lemon
  • Fresh mint leaves
  • Almond flakes

Instructions:

1. Prepare Yeast Mixture: Dissolve yeast and a spoonful of sugar in warm milk. Set aside for 15 minutes in a warm place.
2. Dough Preparation: Whip eggs with remaining sugar to a soft foam. Sift flour into a bowl, add yeast mixture, egg mixture, and salt. Knead well. Finally, incorporate melted butter. Knead for 10 minutes, grease a bowl with butter, place the dough in it, cover, and let it rise for 2 hours.
3. Filling Preparation: Mix cream cheese with a spoonful of mixed berry jam. Prepare dried mixed berries and almond flakes.
4. Assembling: Divide the dough into three or more parts, roll each into a thin rectangle. Spread a thin layer of the cream cheese mixture, sprinkle with mixed dried berries and almond flakes. Roll up and cut in half. Twist the two parts into a spiral shape.
5. Baking: Place in a baking dish, cover, and let it rise for 20 minutes. Sprinkle sugar on top and bake at 170°C for 40 minutes.

Enjoy this Mixed Berry and Cream Cheese Swirl Bread as a luscious treat that combines the richness of cream cheese with the tanginess of mixed berries, wrapped in a sweet and zesty lemon-infused dough. It’s sure to be a hit at any gathering or a special treat for yourself!