Coffee Cake Crown

INGREDIENTS

• 1/4 cup warm water (about 110 degrees)
• 1 envelope active dry yeast (1 scant tablespoon)
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar, plus a pinch for yeast
• 3/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons whole milk
• 1/2 teaspoon saffron threads, crushed
• 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
• 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 4-5 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for work surface
• 1/3 cup golden raisins
• 1/3 cup dried cherries
• Grated zest of 1 orange
• Canola oil, for bowl and plastic wrap
• 1 large egg yolk, room temperature
• 1 tablespoon heavy cream
• 1 cup confectioners' sugar