Lussekatter

Ingredients:
½ teaspoon saffron threads
1 teaspoon brandy or cognac
½ cup milk
½ cup melted butter
6 tablespoons sugar
½ teaspoon salt
1 package dry yeast (1/4 ounce)
3 cups flour
2 eggs (not to be used at the same time)
¼ cup raisins
20 additional raisins
1 egg yolk