Gluten-Free Panettone

Ingredients

• 1 tbsp dried sultana
• 2 tbsp dried raisin
• 2 tbsp dried cranberries, chopped
• 2 tbsp dried blackcurrant
• 1/2 orange zest, finely grated
• 4 tbsp Amaretto liqueur
• 1 egg yolk
• 1 tbsp milk
• 1 tsp oil
• 1 1/4 cups buttermilk
• 1/4 cup orange juice
• 2 eggs
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/2 orange zest finely grated
• 3 1/2 cup gluten-free flour blend
• 1 tsp xanthan gum
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1 tablespoon instant yeast
• 1/2 cup butter, soften
• 1/4 tsp salt

Instructions

1. 1

   Mix dried sultanas, raisins, cranberries, blackcurrants, orange zest,...: Mix dried sultanas, raisins, cranberries, blackcurrants, orange zest, and Amaretto in a bowl.

2. 2

   Let rest for 1 hour, then drain, keeping...: Let rest for 1 hour, then drain, keeping the liquid.

3. 3

   Combine buttermilk, orange juice, eggs, vanilla extract, and...: Combine buttermilk, orange juice, eggs, vanilla extract, and orange zest in a new bowl. Mix well and set aside.

4. 4

   Blend gluten-free flour, xanthan gum, granulated sugar, baking...: Blend gluten-free flour, xanthan gum, granulated sugar, baking powder, and instant yeast in a stand mixer bowl.

5. 5

   Add the liquid mixture and the reserved fruit...: Add the liquid mixture and the reserved fruit liquid to the dry ingredients.

6. 6

   Mix for 5 minutes until smooth.

7. 7

   Add butter and salt, and mix until very...: Add butter and salt, and mix until very smooth.

8. 8

   Transfer dough to a floured surface, knead briefly,...: Transfer dough to a floured surface, knead briefly, and form into a ball.

9. 9

   Cover the dough in an oiled bowl, and...: Cover the dough in an oiled bowl, and let rise for 45 minutes (it should double in size).

10. 10

    Prepare Panettone Mold. Make holes in the bottom...: Prepare Panettone Mold. Make holes in the bottom and set aside.

11. 11

    After 60 minutes, punch down the risen dough—Knead...: After 60 minutes, punch down the risen dough—Knead in soaked fruit.

12. 12

    Cover and let rise for another 45 minutes...: Cover and let rise for another 45 minutes (it should double in size).

13. 13

    Preheat oven to 350º F for 10 minutes.

14. 14

    Mix egg yolk, milk, and oil for greasing....: Mix egg yolk, milk, and oil for greasing. Make a cross slit on top of the dough, brush with egg mixture.

15. 15

    Place the pan with the panettone into the...: Place the pan with the panettone into the oven. Bake for 45-55 minutes, until golden.

16. 16

    Cool before serving.