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Cranberry Christmas Tree Bread Recipe

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Ingredients

Directions

Step #1 Combine first 4 ingredients in a medium saucepan, stirring well.
Step #2 (Frozen berries do not have to thaw first.
Step #3 ) Cook over medium-high heat, stirring constantly, until thickened (about 10 mins).
Step #4 Set aside, & cool.
Step #5 Roll dough into an 18" x 9" rectangle; brush with melted butter.
Step #6 Spread cranberry mixture over dough to within 1/2" of edges.
Step #7 Sprinkle top with walnuts, if desired.
Step #8 Roll up dough, starting at long side, pressing carefully to contain filling; pinch ends to seal.
Step #9 Cut roll this into 16 equal slices (about 1 1/8" thick).
Step #10 On lower third of a large greased baking sheet, cut sides up, arrange 5 slices, in a row with edges touching.
Step #11 Form tree with extra rows of rolls, ending with 1 roll on top of tree & 1 roll on bottom for trunk.
Step #12 Cover up & let rise in a warm place (85°), free from drafts, 30 to 45 mins or until doubled in bulk.
Step #13 Bake at 350° for 20 mins or until lightly browned.
Step #14 Carefully remove this from baking sheet, & cool on a wire rack.
Step #15 Place frosting in a 2-c glass measuring c.
Step #16 Microwave, uncovered, at HIGH for 20 to 25 seconds or until drizzling consistency; drizzle over bread.
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