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Traditional Italian Sweet Glazed Easter Bread

Sweeten Your Easter with Traditional Italian Sweet Glazed Easter Bread

Experience the joy of Traditional Italian Sweet Glazed Easter Bread, a delightful centerpiece for your holiday celebrations.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Rising Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 2 tablespoons Active Dry Yeast
  • 1 cup Warm Milk about 110°F
  • 2 tablespoons Sugar
  • 4 cups All-Purpose Flour
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 2 large Eggs beaten
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter softened
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract pure
  • 1 tablespoon Orange Zest or lemon zest
For the Glaze
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar sifted
  • 3 tablespoons Milk or cream
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract or almond extract
For Decoration
  • 1 cup Colored Sprinkles optional

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking Sheet
  • Wire Rack
  • Whisk
  • measuring cups
  • measuring spoons

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Activate Yeast: In a small bowl, combine warm milk with sugar and active dry yeast. Stir gently and let sit for 5-10 minutes until frothy.
  2. Prepare Dough: In a large bowl, whisk together flour, salt, and orange zest. Add the activated yeast mixture, beaten eggs, and softened butter. Mix until a soft, sticky dough forms.
  3. Knead & Rise: Knead the dough for about 10 minutes until smooth. Place in a greased bowl and cover. Allow to rise for 1-2 hours until doubled in size.
  4. Shape Dough: Punch down the dough and divide into three parts. Roll into strands, braid them together, and shape into a circular loaf on a greased baking sheet.
  5. Second Rise: Cover the braided dough and let rise for 30-45 minutes until puffed up.
  6. Bake: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
  7. Cool & Glaze: Let cool on a wire rack for 15-20 minutes. Mix powdered sugar with milk and vanilla to make the glaze. Drizzle over bread and add colored sprinkles if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 33gProtein: 5gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 5IUCalcium: 5mgIron: 6mg

Notes

This Traditional Italian Sweet Glazed Easter Bread promises to be a centerpiece of warmth and love during your holiday gatherings. Customize flavors and ensure freshness for the best results.

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