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Traditional Italian Easter Bread Recipe

Delightful Traditional Italian Easter Bread Recipe for Spring

This Traditional Italian Easter Bread is a beautifully braided treat symbolizing renewal, perfect for Easter celebrations and gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Rising Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 45 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 4 cups Flour All-purpose or bread flour
  • 1/2 cup Sugar Can substitute with honey or agave
  • 3 whole Eggs Flax seeds can substitute for vegan option
  • 1/2 cup Butter Coconut oil or vegan butter for dairy-free
  • 1 cup Warm Milk Almond milk or any plant-based milk for dairy-free
  • 2 tablespoons Instant Yeast
  • 1 Citrus Zest Lemon or orange zest, vanilla extract can be an alternative
For Decoration
  • 3 Dyed Eggs Use hard-boiled dyed eggs for decoration

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • baking sheet
  • Kitchen Towel
  • Wire Rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the warm milk and instant yeast. Allow it to sit for about 5-10 minutes until frothy.
  2. Gradually add flour, sugar, eggs, melted butter, and citrus zest to form a sticky dough.
  3. Knead the dough on a floured surface for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  4. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let it rise in a warm area for 1.5 to 2 hours.
  5. After rising, punch the dough down, divide it into three parts, and braid the ropes.
  6. Place the braided dough on a lined baking sheet, press dyed eggs into the braid, and brush with egg wash.
  7. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and hollow sounding.
  8. Let the bread cool on a wire rack for at least 15-20 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 4gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 95mgFiber: 1gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store the bread at room temperature in an airtight container for up to 3 days. It can also be frozen for up to 3 months.

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