Sweet Bread with Apricot and Coconut Filling

Components:

Regarding the dough:

1. One tablespoon of dried yeast
2. Two tablespoons of sugar
3. Eight grams (about one tablespoon) of vanilla sugar
4. 200 milliliters of warm milk
5. 50 milliliters of oil
6. One egg white
7. All-purpose flour (340g)
8. One teaspoon of salt

Regarding the Filling:

• Three tbsp apricot jam
• Two tablespoons of coconut shreds

Regarding the topping:

• One teaspoon milk and one egg yolk (for egg wash)
• Almonds (for aesthetic purposes)
• Powdered sugar (for dusting)

Instructions:

1. Get the dough ready:

• Combine the heated milk, sugar, vanilla sugar, and dry yeast in a bowl. Until it foams, let it sit for five to ten minutes.
• Add the flour, salt, egg white, and oil. Add enough to make a soft dough.
• For five to seven minutes, knead the dough until it becomes elastic and smooth.
• The dough should double in size after about 40 minutes of resting in a warm location, covered with a towel.

2. Split the dough:

• After the dough has risen, split it in half evenly.
• Lightly lubricate your hands, then gently press each half of dough flat.

3. Include the filling.

• Evenly cover one half of the dough with 3 tablespoons of apricot jam.
• Top the jam with 2 tablespoons of shredded coconut.

4. Form the dough:

• Cover the jam and coconut filling with the second half of the dough, gently sealing the sides.
• Form the dough into the appropriate shape, such as a loaf or a circle.

5. Wash and Rest Eggs:

• Combine the milk and egg yolk in a small bowl.
• Sprinkle the almonds on top of the dough after brushing it with the egg wash.
• Give the dough ten more minutes to rest.

6. Cook:

• Set the oven temperature to 180°C (350°F).
• The top of the dough should be golden brown after about 20 minutes of baking in a preheated oven.

7. Concluding Details:

• After baking, take the bread out of the oven and let it cool a little.
• Before serving, sprinkle with powdered sugar.

Serving Recommendations:

• For a tasty snack, serve warm with a cup of tea or coffee.
• For a light breakfast, serve with yogurt or fresh fruit.
• A spoonful of whipped cream can be added for a decadent dessert.

Tips for Cooking:

• To guarantee adequate activation, mix the milk with the yeast when it is still warm, not hot.
• For optimal texture and volume, let the dough rise in a warm location.
• Before baking, score the dough with a sharp knife to give it an artistic appearance.

Nutritional Advantages:

• Apricot jam: Offers vitamins A and C as well as a naturally occurring sweetness.
• Coconut: Provides good fats and fiber.
• Almonds: Rich in vitamin E and protein