EASTER EGG BREAD
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
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.
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Nabikolo Resty
[email protected]Can't wait to try this recipe!
Pandelani Dakalo
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Selina Parvin
[email protected]This recipe is a winner!
Jonaid Samadi
[email protected]Definitely making this again!
Khan Bahdar
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Malik sameer Tanveer Hussain
[email protected]This bread was a huge hit at our Easter gathering! Everyone loved the soft texture and the sweet, tangy glaze.
patience jamba
[email protected]I loved the flavor of this Easter egg bread, but I thought it was a little too dense. I might try adding more liquid next time.
Ch Ali noraiz
[email protected]This recipe was easy to follow and the bread turned out great! I baked it in a bundt pan and it was the perfect centerpiece for our Easter brunch.
usha shrestha
[email protected]I had some trouble getting the dough to rise, but the bread still turned out pretty good. I think I'll try using a different yeast next time.
sajid noor
[email protected]This Easter egg bread was a bit too sweet for my taste, but my kids loved it. They thought the sprinkles were especially festive.
Paul Tinkaman
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and the bread turned out perfectly. It was so moist and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.
Ms Tania
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! The bread turned out beautifully and tasted delicious. I especially loved the colorful sprinkles on top.
Brenda Colvin
[email protected]I've made this Easter egg bread several times now, and it's always a hit. My family loves the soft, fluffy dough and the sweet, tangy glaze.
Chandra Kadayat
[email protected]This Easter egg bread was a delight! It had the perfect balance of sweetness and spice, and the dough was so soft and fluffy. I'll definitely be making this again next year.