Best 4 Easter Bread With Coloured Eggs Recipes

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Easter bread with colored eggs is a traditional dish enjoyed during the Easter season in many cultures around the world. Originating in Eastern Europe, this sweet, braided bread is typically made with a yeast-based dough and decorated with colorful hard-boiled eggs. Some variations may include the addition of raisins, nuts, or other sweet ingredients. This article presents a collection of three unique recipes for Easter bread with colored eggs.

1. **Classic Easter Bread with Colored Eggs:** This traditional recipe uses a simple yeast dough enriched with milk, butter, and eggs, resulting in a soft and fluffy bread. The dough is braided into a circular shape and adorned with brightly colored hard-boiled eggs.

2. **Raisin-Walnut Easter Bread with Colored Eggs:** This variation adds plump raisins and crunchy walnuts to the classic Easter bread dough, creating a delightful combination of textures and flavors. The raisins provide a sweet burst, while the walnuts add a nutty crunch.

3. **Poppy Seed Easter Bread with Colored Eggs:** This recipe incorporates the nutty flavor and crunchy texture of poppy seeds into the Easter bread dough. The poppy seeds add a distinct aroma and visual appeal to the bread, making it a unique and flavorful treat.

Let's cook with our recipes!

BRAIDED EASTER EGG BREAD



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This decorative Easter bread has whole eggs baked into it! Do not cook the whole eggs, as they will bake at the same time that the bread does. The eggs can also be dyed for extra color.

Provided by MARBALET

Categories     Bread     Yeast Bread Recipes

Time 3h

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 ½ cups all-purpose flour, divided
¼ cup white sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1 (.25 ounce) package active dry yeast
⅔ cup milk
2 tablespoons butter
2 eggs
5 whole eggs, dyed if desired
2 tablespoons butter, melted

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine 1 cup flour, sugar, salt and yeast; stir well. Combine milk and butter in a small saucepan; heat until milk is warm and butter is softened but not melted.
  • Gradually add the milk and butter to the flour mixture; stirring constantly. Add two eggs and 1/2 cup flour; beat well. Add the remaining flour, 1/2 cup at a time, stirring well after each addition. When the dough has pulled together, turn it out onto a lightly floured surface and knead until smooth and elastic, about 8 minutes.
  • Lightly oil a large bowl, place the dough in the bowl and turn to coat with oil. Cover with a damp cloth and let rise in a warm place until doubled in volume, about 1 hour.
  • Deflate the dough and turn it out onto a lightly floured surface. Divide the dough into two equal size rounds; cover and let rest for 10 minutes. Roll each round into a long roll about 36 inches long and 1 1/2 inches thick. Using the two long pieces of dough, form a loosely braided ring, leaving spaces for the five colored eggs. Seal the ends of the ring together and use your fingers to slide the eggs between the braids of dough.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Place loaf on a buttered baking sheet and cover loosely with a damp towel. Place loaf in a warm place and let rise until doubled in bulk, about 45 minutes. Brush risen loaf with melted butter.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown, about 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 234.1 calories, Carbohydrate 30.1 g, Cholesterol 143.7 mg, Fat 8.7 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 8.5 g, SaturatedFat 4.3 g, Sodium 321.9 mg, Sugar 6.1 g

EASTER EGG BREAD



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I've made this Easter treat for 20 years! Colored hard-cooked eggs baked in the dough give this sweet bread such a festive look. Leave them out and it can be enjoyed anytime of year. My husband especially enjoys this bread with baked ham. -Heather Durante, Wellsburg, West Virginia

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h20m

Yield 1 loaf (16 slices).

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 cup sugar
2 packages (1/4 ounce each) active dry yeast
1 to 2 teaspoons ground cardamom
1 teaspoon salt
6 to 6-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1-1/2 cups whole milk
6 tablespoons butter, cubed
4 large eggs, room temperature, divided use
3 to 6 hard-boiled large eggs, unpeeled
Assorted food coloring
Canola oil
2 tablespoons water

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, mix sugar, yeast, cardamom, salt and 2 cups flour. In a small saucepan, heat milk and butter to 120°-130°. Add to dry ingredients; beat on medium speed 2 minutes. Add 3 eggs; beat on high 2 minutes. Stir in enough remaining flour to form a soft dough (dough will be sticky)., Turn dough onto a floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, 6-8 minutes. Place in a greased bowl, turning once to grease the top. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 45 minutes., Meanwhile, dye hard-boiled eggs with food coloring following package directions. Let stand until completely dry., Punch down dough. Turn onto a lightly floured surface; divide into thirds. Roll each portion into a 24-in. rope. Place ropes on a greased baking sheet and braid. Bring ends together to form a ring. Pinch ends to seal. Lightly coat dyed eggs with oil; arrange on braid, tucking them carefully between ropes., Cover with a kitchen towel; let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 20 minutes. Preheat oven to 375°., In a bowl, whisk remaining egg and water; gently brush over dough, avoiding eggs. Bake until golden brown, 25-30 minutes. Remove from pan to a wire rack to cool. Refrigerate leftovers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 281 calories, Fat 8g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 107mg cholesterol, Sodium 231mg sodium, Carbohydrate 44g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 9g protein.

EASTER BREAD WITH COLOURED EGGS



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This simple, colourful Italian Easter bread is a real favourite and is prepared by families across Italy in the days leading up to Holy Week.

Provided by Alma Beatrice

Categories     Sweet Breads

Time 1h25m

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 tsps of dry yeast
1/3 cup of brown sugar
1 cup hot milk
1/2 cup plain flour
1 tbsps lemon juice
6 tbsps butter, melted and cooled
1 tsp salt
1 tsp vanilla
4 eggs
4 painted eggs for decoration
a beaten egg with water
almond flakes

Steps:

  • 1. Dissolve the dry yeast in warm milk and stir for 5 minutes
  • 2. Gradually add the eggs, flour, sugar and other ingredients and beat well.
  • 3. When the dough has pulled together, turn it out onto a lightly floured surface and knead by hand until smooth and elastic. (You can of course also use a food processor with a dough hook).
  • 4. Place the dough in a greased bowl and turn it over once to coat the top.
  • 5. Cover with a damp tea towel and allow the dough to rise in a warm place, for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
  • 6. Sprinkle the work surface with flour and knead the dough again.
  • 7. Divide into 3 balls.
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EASY ITALIAN EASTER BREAD



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This traditional Easter bread is topped with colored raw eggs, which cook as the bread bakes. It makes for a pretty centerpiece.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h

Yield 1 loaf (20 slices).

Number Of Ingredients 16

2-3/4 to 3-1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 cup sugar
1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast
1 teaspoon salt
2/3 cup 2% milk
3 tablespoons butter, divided
2 eggs
1/2 cup chopped mixed candied fruit
1/4 cup chopped blanched almonds
1/2 teaspoon aniseed
5 uncooked eggs, dyed
GLAZE:
1 cup confectioners' sugar
1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 to 2 tablespoons 2% milk
Decorator candies, optional

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine 1 cup flour, sugar, yeast and salt. In a large saucepan, heat milk and 2 tablespoons butter to 120°-130°. Add dry ingredients; beat on medium speed for 2 minutes. Add eggs; mix well. Stir in enough remaining flour to form a soft dough. , Turn onto a lightly floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, about 6-8 minutes. Place in a greased bowl, turning once to grease top. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 hour., Punch dough down; turn onto a lightly floured surface. Knead in fruit, almonds and aniseed until blended. Let rest for 10 minutes. Divide dough in half. Shape each portion into a 24-in. rope. Loosely twist ropes together; place on a greased baking sheet and form into a ring. Pinch ends together. Melt remaining butter; brush over dough. Gently separate ropes and tuck dyed eggs into openings. Cover and let rise until doubled, about 40 minutes., Bake at 350° for 30-35 minutes or until golden brown. Cool on a wire rack. For glaze, in a bowl, combine the confectioners' sugar, vanilla and enough milk to achieve desired consistency; drizzle over bread. Sprinkle with candies if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 172 calories, Fat 5g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 80mg cholesterol, Sodium 169mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (13g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

Tips:

  • Use fresh yeast for the best results.
  • If you don't have a stand mixer, you can knead the dough by hand.
  • Be sure to let the dough rise in a warm place until it has doubled in size.
  • If you don't have colored eggs, you can use regular eggs and dye them yourself.
  • Be careful not to overbake the bread, or it will be dry.

Conclusion:

This Easter bread with colored eggs is a delicious and festive treat that is perfect for Easter brunch or dinner. It is easy to make and can be decorated with a variety of toppings, such as sprinkles, chocolate chips, or nuts. This bread is sure to be a hit with family and friends of all ages.

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