Candy Cane History and Traditions
Let the enchantment of the holiday season surround you as we embark on a delightful journey to craft a festive treat that marries tradition with innovation—the Jingle Bell Candy Cane at Bucket of Bread. The candy cane’s origins trace back to 17th-century Europe when choirmasters gave sugar sticks with a crook shape to quiet children during Christmas services. Over time, the candy evolved, and by the 20th century, the red-and-white stripes became associated with the holiday season. Today, the candy cane is a beloved symbol of Christmas, with various legends and stories contributing to its festive lore.
The Iconic Candy Cane Shape
The candy cane’s iconic shape is often attributed to its Christian symbolism. The J-shape is believed to represent the shepherd’s crook, symbolizing the Good Shepherd, Jesus Christ. The white color traditionally represents purity, and the red stripes symbolize Christ’s blood. Over time, the candy cane’s distinctive shape has become synonymous with the holiday season, and various legends and interpretations surround its design.
Cheesecake Elegance: Elevating Your Creation
Elevate your candy cane creation to new heights by introducing a luscious cheesecake filling. Picture a creamy, velvety texture harmonizing with the flaky dough and sweet pie filling, creating a symphony of flavors that dance across your taste buds. Experiment with flavor pairings, and you’ll find yourself on a journey to create a dessert that will be the star of your holiday table.
Baking Magic: A Step-by-Step Walkthrough
As we guide you through the baking process, envision the aroma of golden perfection wafting through your kitchen. This step-by-step walkthrough ensures that even the most novice bakers can confidently bring this festive creation to life. Discover the art of balancing flavors and textures, ensuring that each bite is a magical experience.
Finishing Candy Cane Touches: Presentation and Garnishes
Now, imagine putting the finishing touches on your Jingle Bell Candy Cane at Bucket of Bread. Picture elegant plating and festive garnishes transforming your creation into a centerpiece that not only delights the eyes but beckons all to indulge. This isn’t just a dessert; it’s a work of art that will have your guests reaching for seconds.
Your Holiday Candy Cane Baking Adventure: Crafting Memories
Are you ready to embark on your own holiday baking adventure with the Jingle Bell Candy Cane at Bucket of Bread? It’s not just a recipe; it’s a journey into the heart of festive celebrations. Blend tradition and innovation, embrace the joy of baking, and get ready to create lasting memories with this snazzy, delightful holiday treat.
The Jingle Bell Candy Cane
Ingredients
- Your Favorite Bucket of Bread Brand Dough Risen dough. The one pictured here is the Hearty Wheat.
- No Bake Cheese Cake Filling Use premade, or grab a recipe somewhere online for a cheese cake filling. We're short for time in this case so something from a box it is for this time.
- Raspberry Pie Filling You could whip up something nice with fresh raspberries; however, for this time, we're using something from a can.
- 1 egg This is for the optional egg wash.
Instructions
- Flatten out your favorite Bucket of Bread brand Baking Kit dough.
- Cut out some longer triangles.
- Lay out the triangles with the points on one side.
- Roll the triangles to join them together.
- This is a mistake! Yup... You should really put down the cheesecake filling first.
- Then you should add the raspberry pie filling. This picture shows the opposite. Oops! Don't worry, I fixed it in the final picture with a little dab of raspberry to cover up the cheesecake fillings.
- Fold the points over to cover the fillings.
- Tuck the ends into the underside.
- I ran out of parchment paper so this one is sitting on corn meal. Either way, shape it into a cane.
- Egg wash the dough.
- Bake for about 15-20 mins at 375-400 °F
- Let the candy cane cool a little.
- Carefully plate and garnish. Perhaps you add some mistletoe on the side or a Santa Hat! Or, just sprinkle a little powdered sugar on top (snow) and serve!
- Happy Holidays and Happy Baking!
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