baking · vegetarian
Italian Easter bread
Soft, lightly sweet braided bread wreath with colored eggs baked in and sprinkles on top.
- Time
- 180min
- Steps
- 5
Ingredients
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Allergens
Contains milk, egg and wheat.
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Method
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1
Mix flour, sugar, yeast and salt; add milk, butter, eggs, zest and vanilla and knead until soft and smooth. Rise until doubled, 1.5 hours.
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2
Divide into 2 ropes, twist together and form a ring.
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3
Tuck dyed eggs into the twists if using; rise 45 minutes.
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4
Brush with egg wash and scatter sprinkles.
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5
Bake at 180°C (350°F) until golden, 30–35 minutes.
