Whole Mahlepi/mahlab: http://amzn.to/2i7YJobground Mahlepi/mahlab: http://amzn.to/2hNxum7Get the recipe on my website with exact measurements: http://www.dimitrasdishes.com/blogrecipes/vasilopita-new-years-sweet-bread-greek-panetonneMakes 1 (10 inch round) Vasilopita:1 cup whole milk, lukewarm3 tablespoons sugar1 tablespoon active dry yeast1 cup all-purpose flour5 large eggs, at room temperature1 cup sugar4 and cups all-purpose flour1 tablespoon ground mahlab1/4 teaspoon saltZest of 2 oranges pound butter, softened and cut into cubesEgg wash: 1 egg yolk mixed with 2 tablespoons waterOptional fillings: raisins, cranberries, candied citrus peel, chocolate, nutsSesame seeds or sliced almonds for garnishPowdered sugar for dustingA coin wrapped in foil Begin by creating what is known as a sponge by combining the warm milk, yeast, 3 tablespoons sugar and 1 cup flour in the bowl of a tabletop mixer. Let it sit for about 30 minutes. The yeast will activate in that time.In a large bowl, sift together the flour and salt. Add the orange zest and ground mahlab and mix well.Add the eggs, remaining sugar and vanilla extract to the sponge mixture. Mix well with the paddle attachment.Switch to the dough hook attachment and add the flour mixture in 2-3 batches. Allow it to knead for 8 minutes on a low speed.Add the softened butter and knead until it is all incorporated into the dough.Transfer the dough to an oiled large bowl. Cover with plastic wrap or a clean kitchen towel and set aside for 2 hours to rise until doubled in size.Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. 177 degrees Celsius.Grease and line a 10 inch round by 3 inch deep baking pan with parchment paper.Remove the dough after it has risen and place onto a counter. At this point you can add any of your favorite dried fruit and nuts or chocolate. Knead it into the dough. Place the coin in the dough so that it is concealed. Place the dough into the prepared pan and cover with plastic wrap or with a towel.Set aside to rise. About an hour.Brush with egg wash and top with sesame seeds or sliced almonds.Bake for 1 hour or until it becomes a deep mahogany color on top and the center is cooked. You may check by inserting a toothpick in the center.Allow to cool completely. About 35 minutes.Remove from pan and dust with confectioners sugar.Enjoy! Whoever gets the slice with the coin wins JOfficial Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/dimitrasdishesInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/dimitras.dishes/Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/dimitrasdis0637/Twitter: https://twitter.com/DimitrasDishesHere are links to some of my favorite cooking tools. The links take you to Amazon where I'm proud to be an affiliate partner :)My cutting board: http://amzn.to/2e2p8EDKitchen Aid Mixer: http://amzn.to/2dQXU0bFood Processor: http://amzn.to/2eXcvZdMicroplane: http://amzn.to/2eL2vToMadeleine Pan: http://amzn.to/2dQU1smCheesecake Pan: http://amzn.to/2eXaGeQVitamix Blender: http://amzn.to/2eXcvbHNonstick pan: http://amzn.to/2eL804tCast iron pan: http://amzn.to/2dQYfjsPastry Bag: http://amzn.to/2e2v0xDHalf sheet baking pans: http://amzn.to/2fcv7cDThanks for watching! I'd love to see your recreations of these dishes so please share pics with me on social media :)Don't forget to SUBSCRIBE and spread the word so that we can make the world more delicious!
