Sweet Holiday Fruit Bread: A Delightful Baked Treat

Prepare the Dough: In a large bowl, mix the flour, yeast, sugar, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.

Add Wet Ingredients: Add warm milk, melted butter, eggs, and vanilla. Mix until a soft dough forms.

Knead: Knead for 8–10 minutes until smooth and elastic.

First Rise: Cover and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour or until doubled in size.

Add Fruits and Nuts: Gently knead in dried fruits and nuts.

Shape the Loaf: Shape into a loaf or place in a greased loaf pan. Let rise for another 30–45 minutes.

Bake: Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 30–35 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through.

Cool and Dust: Let cool completely and dust with powdered sugar if desired.

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