Easter Bread
Easter Bread is a delightful, sweet, and fluffy treat that captures the essence of spring celebrations. Its beautifully braided design makes it perfect for sharing with loved ones.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Broadly applicable
Ingredients
- All-Purpose Flour
- Granulated Sugar
- Active Dry Yeast
- Milk
- Eggs
- Unsalted Butter
- Salt
- Lemon or Orange Zest
- Optional Sprinkles
Instructions
- Activate the Yeast: Warm the milk to lukewarm. Sprinkle yeast over the milk and let it sit until frothy.
- Create Your Dough: In a large bowl, mix flour, sugar, salt, and zest. Make a well in the center, add eggs and melted butter, then pour in the yeast mixture.
- Knead the Dough: Combine ingredients and knead on a floured surface for about 10 minutes until smooth.
- Let It Rise: Place dough in a greased bowl, cover it, and let rise in a warm spot until doubled (about 1 hour).
- Braid the Dough: Punch down risen dough, divide into three parts, roll into ropes, and braid them together.
- Bake: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Place braid on a lined baking sheet; cover and let rise for another 30 minutes. Brush with egg wash and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (50g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: Experiment with flavors by adding chocolate chips or dried fruits for unique variations. Store leftover bread in an airtight container for up to three days or freeze slices wrapped tightly for longer freshness.