Deliciously Soft Italian Easter Bread Recipe for Family Fun

This Italian Easter Bread Recipe brings cherished family traditions and joy to your Easter celebrations.

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Prep Time 1

Cook Time 18

Rising Time 1

Total Time 2 18

Servings: 12 slices

Course: Desserts

Cuisine: Italian

Calories: 200

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Dough

1 cup Milk Warm
4 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Melted
2¼ teaspoons Instant Yeast Active dry yeast can be used
1 teaspoon Salt
2 tablespoons Sugar Can be reduced or swapped with honey
2 large Eggs Separate for dough and egg wash
4 cups All-Purpose Flour Can use bread flour for chewier texture

For the Decorations

6 pieces Dyed Easter Eggs Pre-boiled for safety
½ cup Sprinkles Pastel colors recommended

Equipment

saucepan
Mixing bowl
Wooden Spoon
Floured surface
Baking sheet
Parchment paper
wire rack

Method

Instructions for Making Bread

Warm the Milk and Butter by heating in a saucepan until it reaches 120-130°F.
Combine Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together sugar, salt, and yeast.
Mix in the Eggs and Milk: Add eggs and warm mixture to dry ingredients; mix until smooth.
Add Flour Gradually: Stir in flour until dough becomes stiff and slightly sticky.
Knead the Dough for about 3-4 minutes until smooth and elastic.
Shape the Dough into a circular wreath by dividing and braiding the dough ropes.
Let the Bread Rise in a warm place until doubled in size, about 45-60 minutes.
Preheat the Oven to 350°F and prepare the egg wash.
Bake the Bread for 15-18 minutes until golden brown.
Serve and Enjoy sliced with butter or jam.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 4gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 15mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This bread can be easily customized with different decorations and flavors to suit your festive needs.

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