EASTER BREAD (TSOUREKI)
This whimsical bread is studded with dyed Easter eggs for a festive look.
Provided by Melissa Roberts
Categories Bread Egg Breakfast Brunch Side Bake Easter Vegetarian Kid-Friendly Spring Edible Gift Bon Appétit Small Plates
Yield Makes one 14" loaf
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Place 5 or 6 eggs in a medium pot. Pour in cold water to cover by 1" and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Remove from heat, cover pot, and let stand for 10 minutes. Transfer eggs to a medium bowl of ice water; let cool completely.
- If desired, color eggs according to food-coloring package directions. Transfer eggs to paper towels to dry. DO AHEAD: Eggs can be dyed up to 1 week ahead. Cover and chill.
- Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper. Punch down dough. Divide into 3 equal pieces. With lightly floured hands, roll each piece on a lightly floured surface into a 16"- long rope with tapered ends. (If dough begins to bounce back, cover with a kitchen towel and let rest for 10 minutes to allow dough to relax.)
- Arrange ropes side by side lengthwise on prepared sheet. Pinch top ends together. Braid dough. Pinch bottom ends together to secure (braided loaf will be about 12" long). Tuck dyed eggs between braids, spacing evenly. Loosely cover with plastic wrap or a kitchen towel. Let rise in a warm, draft-free area until puffed but not doubled in size, 45-50 minutes. Arrange a rack in middle of oven; preheat to 375°F. Whisk remaining egg with 2 teaspoons warm water in a small bowl. Avoiding dyed eggs, brush dough all over with egg wash. Bake until bread is golden and an instantread thermometer inserted into center of loaf registers 190°F, 20-25 minutes. Let cool on a wire rack. Serve warm or at room temperature. DO AHEAD: Can be made 8 hours ahead. Let cool completely and store airtight at room temperature.
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Mbongeni Mboe
[email protected]This Easter bread is a labor of love, but it's worth it! The dough is a bit sticky, but it's easy to work with. The braiding is a fun challenge, and the end result is a beautiful and delicious bread.
dennis mureithi
[email protected]I've been looking for a good Easter bread recipe for years, and I've finally found it! This recipe is easy to follow, and the results are amazing. The bread is soft and fluffy, and the orange zest and cardamom give it a wonderful flavor. I will defin
Hypr
[email protected]This Easter bread is simply divine! The dough is incredibly soft and fluffy, and the orange zest and cardamom add a wonderful flavor. I've made this recipe several times now, and it's always a hit.
Serialong Mefane
[email protected]I'm so glad I found this Easter bread recipe. It's the perfect balance of sweet and savory. The orange zest and cardamom really make it special. I will definitely be making this recipe again and again.
Joseph Sexton
[email protected]This Easter bread is absolutely delicious! The orange zest and cardamom give it a wonderful flavor. I will definitely be making this recipe again.
Ram Sah
[email protected]I've made this Easter bread several times now, and it's always a hit. The dough is easy to work with, and the braiding is a fun challenge. The end result is a beautiful and delicious bread that everyone loves.
Adam Ayyash
[email protected]This Easter bread is the perfect addition to any Easter brunch. It's soft, fluffy, and full of flavor. The orange zest and cardamom really make it special.
Khalil Scales
[email protected]I'm not a baker, but I was able to make this Easter bread with ease. The instructions are very clear and easy to follow. The bread turned out beautifully, and it tasted even better than it looked.
Dammar singh Dhami
[email protected]This Easter bread is delicious! The dough is so soft and fluffy, and the orange zest and cardamom give it a wonderful flavor. I will definitely be making this recipe again.
Ama Gloria
[email protected]I love this Easter bread! It's so soft and fluffy, and the orange zest and cardamom give it a wonderful flavor. I've made it several times now, and it's always a hit.
Mavia 40
[email protected]This Easter bread is a labor of love, but it's worth it! The dough is a bit sticky, but it's easy to work with. The braiding is a fun challenge, and the end result is a beautiful and delicious bread.
md ribby
[email protected]I've been looking for a good Easter bread recipe for years, and I've finally found it! This recipe is easy to follow, and the results are amazing. The bread is soft and fluffy, and the orange zest and cardamom give it a wonderful flavor. I will defin
Nantume Majorine
[email protected]This Easter bread is absolutely stunning! It's the perfect centerpiece for any Easter table. The dough is so soft and fluffy, and the orange zest and cardamom give it a wonderful flavor. I highly recommend this recipe.
Mvelenhle Sangweni
[email protected]I'm so glad I found this Easter bread recipe. It's the perfect balance of sweet and savory. The orange zest and cardamom really make it special. I will definitely be making this recipe again and again.
Olafimihan Rokib
[email protected]This Easter bread is simply divine! The dough is incredibly soft and fluffy, and the orange zest and cardamom add a wonderful flavor. I've made this recipe several times now, and it's always a hit.
Sikandar Abbasi
[email protected]This Easter bread was a hit at my Easter brunch. Everyone loved it! The bread is soft and fluffy, and the orange zest and cardamom give it a wonderful flavor. I will definitely be making this recipe again.
Achaye Richard
[email protected]I'm not a baker, but I was able to make this Easter bread with ease. The instructions are very clear and easy to follow. The bread turned out beautifully, and it tasted even better than it looked.
omer abdulrahman
[email protected]This is the best Easter bread recipe I've ever tried. The dough is so soft and easy to work with, and the finished product is absolutely stunning. I've gotten so many compliments on it.
FaZe FGS
[email protected]I've made this Easter bread several times now, and it always turns out amazing. It's become a family favorite. The dough is easy to work with, and the braiding is a fun challenge. The end result is a beautiful and delicious bread that everyone loves.
Manto Mthembu
[email protected]This Easter bread (Tsoureki) is an absolute delight! The flavors are perfectly balanced, and the texture is soft and fluffy. I especially love the orange zest and the hint of cardamom. It's the perfect Easter treat.