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Easter Bread

Easter Bread is a sweet, enriched bread traditionally made to celebrate the Easter holiday, often adorned with colorful eggs and a delightful glaze.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Calories: 280

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 4 cups all-purpose flour plus extra for dusting
  • 1 cup milk warm
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs lightly beaten
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 2 teaspoons active dry yeast
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Glaze
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons milk adjust for consistency
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
For Decoration
  • 4 large colored eggs hard-boiled and cooled

Method
 

Prepare the Dough
  1. In a small bowl, combine warm milk and yeast. Let it sit for about 5 minutes until frothy.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, and salt. Make a well in the center and add the yeast mixture, beaten eggs, melted butter, and vanilla.
  3. Mix until a soft dough forms, then knead for about 10 minutes on a floured surface until smooth and elastic.
  4. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
Shape and Bake
  1. Once risen, punch down the dough and shape it into a round loaf. Place it on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  2. If desired, create a braid with the dough or form a wreath shape. Nestle the hard-boiled eggs into the dough.
  3. Cover the shaped dough and let it rise for another 30 minutes.
  4. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the bread for 30-40 minutes until golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped.
Prepare the Glaze
  1. In a bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla until smooth. Adjust milk for desired consistency.
Finish and Serve
  1. Remove the bread from the oven and let it cool slightly. Drizzle the glaze over the warm bread.
  2. Allow the glaze to set for a few minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 280kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 6gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12g

Notes

For a richer flavor, you can add citrus zest or spices like nutmeg or cardamom to the dough. This bread can also be gifted in baskets during Easter celebrations.

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