The Pioneer Woman Tasty Kitchen
Profile Photo

Italian Easter Bread

0.00 Mitt(s) 0 Rating(s)0 votes, average: 0.00 out of 50 votes, average: 0.00 out of 50 votes, average: 0.00 out of 50 votes, average: 0.00 out of 50 votes, average: 0.00 out of 5

Prep:

Cook:

Level: Easy

System:

16
x

Print Options

Page size Letter 3x5 4x6
Text Size Small Medium Large
Content Include description
Include prep time, etc.
Show image

Description

Buona Pasqua! Tender bread made with eggs, milk, and sugar for a touch of sweetness. I make this bread year-round without the Easter egg. Makes excellent toast for topping with poached eggs.

Ingredients

  • 7 cups All-purpose Flour, Or More As Needed
  • 2 packages (7g Package) Active Dry Yeast
  • 2 cups Milk
  • ½ cups Sugar
  • ¼ cups Butter
  • 2 teaspoons Salt
  • 4 whole Eggs, Divided

Preparation

Makes two large braids or three twisted rings.

In large bowl, combine 3 cups of flour with the yeast. In a saucepan, heat milk, sugar, butter, and salt until warm (not hot). Add the warm milk mixture to the flour mixture and add 3 beaten eggs. Stir to combine, adding more flour in increments until dough is no longer sticky (you can end up using over 7 cups if needed). Turn onto a floured surface and knead for a few minutes. Place in a lightly greased bowl and cover. Let rise in a warm place for about one hour.

Punch down the dough. Divide dough in half or into thirds.

For two large braids (shape on a greased cookie sheet):

Divide each half into thirds and roll each third into a log about 12-15 inches long. Pinch together the ends, braid, and pinch together the opposite ends (it helps to tuck ends under a bit).

For three rings (shape on greased cookie sheets):

Divide dough into thirds, then divide each third in half, and roll each half into a log about 12-15 inches long. Pinch together the ends, twist together, and pinch all the ends together to make a ring.

After shaping, cover and let rise again for one hour.

Beat the remaining egg with a splash of water. Brush egg wash over the loaves.

Option: place one Easter egg in the middle of each ring, or nestle Easter eggs in the folds of the braided loaf. The egg can be hard-boiled or raw (it will cook when the bread bakes anyway).

Bake at 350°F for 35-40 minutes or until done (if they start getting too brown, cover lightly with foil).

2 Comments

You must be logged in to post a comment.

Profile photo of mommyatmidnight

mommyatmidnight on 4.14.2010

I made this the other day, I over heard my Aunt say she wanted some easter bread, I’d never heard of it so I got on here and looked it up, I found this and surprised her with a loaf!
It was so good I made 4 in the span of two days.. and I’m making more tonight to give to my mom. thanks for sharing!

Profile photo of julesheartsbaking

julesheartsbaking on 4.3.2010

I made this bread today–it’s wonderful. I encountered one hitch when I looked for the oven temperature, which isn’t included in the recipe. I finally settled on 350 degrees, which I think is the right temp. My bread baked in less time than the recipe called for (about 30 min), but it came out fabulously.

No Reviews

You must be logged in to post a review.

Related Recipes

Pink Velvet Cake
Profile Photo by Tisa Thomas in Holidays
A pink velvet cake that screams Easter.
0.00 Mitt(s) 0 Rating(s)0 votes, average: 0.00 out of 50 votes, average: 0.00 out of 50 votes, average: 0.00 out of 50 votes, average: 0.00 out of 50 votes, average: 0.00 out of 5

Prep: Cook:

Serves: 8 Level: Easy


Easy Easter Ham
Profile Photo by Lindsay @ My Therapist Cooks in Holidays
This Honeybaked Ham copycat is super easy, delicious, and perfect for...
0.00 Mitt(s) 0 Rating(s)0 votes, average: 0.00 out of 50 votes, average: 0.00 out of 50 votes, average: 0.00 out of 50 votes, average: 0.00 out of 50 votes, average: 0.00 out of 5

Prep: Cook:

Serves: 10 Level: Easy


Easter Egg Basket Treats
Profile Photo by Chanda | My Farmhouse Table in Holidays
A simple and easy recipe idea for Easter Egg Basket Treats....
0.00 Mitt(s) 0 Rating(s)0 votes, average: 0.00 out of 50 votes, average: 0.00 out of 50 votes, average: 0.00 out of 50 votes, average: 0.00 out of 50 votes, average: 0.00 out of 5

Prep: Cook:

Serves: 12 Level: Easy


Easter Cupcakes with Caramel Filled Chocolate Cups
Profile Photo by Nicolas in Desserts, Holidays
Beautifully soft orange flavoured cupcakes for Easter or any other occasion,...
0.00 Mitt(s) 0 Rating(s)0 votes, average: 0.00 out of 50 votes, average: 0.00 out of 50 votes, average: 0.00 out of 50 votes, average: 0.00 out of 50 votes, average: 0.00 out of 5

Prep: Cook:

Serves: 10 Level: Easy


Easter Chocolate Coconut Truffle Spoons
Profile Photo by PW Food & Friends in Holidays
From Sommer Collier of A Spicy Perspective.
0.00 Mitt(s) 0 Rating(s)0 votes, average: 0.00 out of 50 votes, average: 0.00 out of 50 votes, average: 0.00 out of 50 votes, average: 0.00 out of 50 votes, average: 0.00 out of 5

Prep: Cook:

Serves: 18 Level: Easy