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Braided Easter Bread Recipe

This is a traditional Easter bread, braided and slightly sweet. Perfect for celebrations.
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Preparation Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 55 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Italian
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 250 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 cup milk warmed
  • 2 ¼ teaspoon active dry yeast
  • ½ cup butter melted
  • 2 eggs beaten
  • 1 teaspoon salt

Instructions 

  1. 1. In a large mixing bowl, combine warm milk and yeast. Let sit for 5 minutes.
  2. 2. Add sugar, melted butter, beaten eggs, and salt to the yeast mixture. Mix well.
  3. 3. Gradually add flour, one cup at a time, until a soft dough forms.
  4. 4. Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 10 minutes, until smooth and elastic.
  5. 5. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
  6. 6. Punch down the dough and divide it into three equal parts. Roll each part into a long rope.
  7. 7. Braid the three ropes together and place on a greased baking sheet. Cover and let rise for another 30 minutes.
  8. 8. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the bread for 25 minutes, or until golden brown.
  9. 9. Let the bread cool on a wire rack before serving.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 250kcal | Carbohydrates: 40g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 40mg | Sodium: 200mg | Potassium: 100mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 200IU | Calcium: 50mg | Iron: 2mg

Keywords

Easter, Bread, Braided
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