SWEET AND GOLDEN EASTER BREAD
It is an Italian tradition to make this sweet, golden braid at Easter. This family heirloom recipe came from my mother-in-law and was passed down to her from her mother. If you're not a fan of raisins, the bread is just as wonderful without them. -Kathi West, Canton, Michigan
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 1h5m
Yield 2 loaves.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. Add the milk, sugar, butter and salt; mix well. Add eggs, extract and 2 cups flour; beat until smooth. Stir in enough remaining flour to form a soft dough. , Turn onto a floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, about 8-10 minutes. Place in a greased bowl, turning once to grease the top. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 hour. , Punch dough down. Turn onto a lightly floured surface; sprinkle with raisins and knead in. Divide in half. Divide each portion into thirds. Shape each into a 14-in. rope. Place three ropes on a greased baking sheet, and braid; pinch ends to seal and tuck under. Repeat with remaining dough. Cover and let rise until doubled, about 45 minutes., Whisk egg white and water; brush over braids. Bake at 325° for 35-40 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from pans to wire racks to cool.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 158 calories, Fat 5g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 24mg cholesterol, Sodium 130mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.
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Misty Sah
[email protected]This bread is the perfect way to celebrate Easter. It's a delicious and festive tradition that my family loves.
Zikria Yousafzai
[email protected]The smell of this bread baking in the oven is amazing. It makes my whole house smell like Easter.
Farah Akram
[email protected]I love the golden crust on this bread. It's so beautiful and inviting.
Mikaëlle Louis
[email protected]This bread is a classic for a reason. It's simple, delicious, and always a hit.
Tina Evans Dykstra
[email protected]I've been making this bread for years and it's always a favorite. It's the perfect Easter bread recipe.
Maher abdullah Mustafai
[email protected]I made this bread in a bread machine and it turned out perfectly! I just used the dough setting and then baked the bread according to the recipe. It was so easy and convenient.
Asmr Time
[email protected]I used a different type of yeast than the recipe called for and the bread still turned out great. I think this recipe is pretty forgiving, which is great for beginner bakers like me.
jorge granado
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of raisins, so I omitted them from the recipe. The bread still turned out great! I think it's even better without the raisins.
Sumon Khan
[email protected]This bread is so soft and fluffy! It's perfect for sandwiches or just eating on its own. I've also been using it to make croutons and they're delicious.
abdulai iddrisu seidu
[email protected]I've made this bread several times now and it's always a hit. I love that it's not too sweet and the spices give it a really nice flavor. I usually add a little extra cinnamon because I love the flavor.
SHADOW SHROUD
[email protected]This bread is a little time-consuming to make, but it's definitely worth the effort. It's so good, and it makes your house smell amazing while it's baking.
Kevin Neal
[email protected]I made this bread for my Easter party and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it! I've already gotten several requests for the recipe.
Sakil Silm
[email protected]This bread is so delicious! It's perfect for breakfast or brunch. I've also been using it to make French toast and it's amazing.
Karabo Mohono
[email protected]I was a little hesitant to try this recipe because I'm not a very experienced baker. But it was actually really easy to follow and the bread turned out perfectly. I'm so glad I gave it a try!
King Stinger
[email protected]This bread is absolutely beautiful! It looks like it came straight out of a bakery. I'm so happy with how it turned out.
Rana Mahamud
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of sweet breads, but this one is an exception. It's not too sweet, and the spices give it a really nice flavor. I'll definitely be making this again.
Joseph Alex Essuman
[email protected]This Easter bread was a huge hit with my family and friends! It's so soft and fluffy, with the perfect balance of sweetness and spice. I'll definitely be making this again for next year's Easter celebration.