As Easter approaches, many people look forward to the tradition of baking and sharing Easter bread. This sweet, often braided bread is a symbol of rebirth and new beginnings, and its unique ring shape represents the never-ending cycle of life. Whether you're an experienced baker or just starting out, this article will guide you through some of the best Easter bread ring recipes, ensuring a delicious and memorable treat for your Easter celebration.
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EASTER BREAD RING
Here is a decorative and delicious bread for your dinner table that looks like a basket filled with painted Easter eggs!! It's easy to make: roll dough into 24-inch ropes then twist them together and join the ends to form a ring. Place hard boiled eggs into the "basket" before you let the dough rise. The finishing touch: carefully paint the eggs after the bread has been baked.
Provided by Chef mariajane
Categories Yeast Breads
Time 35m
Yield 1 Bread Ring
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- BREAD:.
- In a large bowl, combine 3 cups flour with the sugar, yeast, orange zest, and salt. Mix until well blended.
- In a saucepan, heat the milk over medium high heat until just boiling. Remove from the heat; add the shortening and stir until melted. Stir in the orange juice and vanilla. Cool to 120°F Pour the milk mixture and the beaten eggs over the flour mixture.
- Mix until a soft and sticky dough forms. Slowly stir in enough of the remaining flour to make a soft dough. Knead for 8-10 minutes. Place in a lightly greased bowl, cover with plstic wrap and place in a warm draft free spot and let rise 1 1/2 to 2 hours. Punch down dough, cover with plastic and refrigerate overnight.
- Grease or line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Remove the dough from the refrigerator; punch it down. Divide dough in half. On a floured surface, roll each piece into a rope, about 24-inches long. Twist the ropes together; place the dough on prepared baking sheet. joining the ends together to form a ring shape.
- Push the hard boiled eggs, on their sides, between the spaces in the twisted rope around ring. Cover bread with a piece of lightly greased plastic wrap. Let rise until doubled in size, about 1 1/2 -2 hours.
- Heat oven to 350°F Place the bread in the oven and bake for 5 minutes. Bat egg with 1 tablespoons milk. Brush bread with egg wash; return to oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, until golden brown. Cool on wire rack.
- GARNISH:.
- Place a few drops of liquid food coloring in a small dish. Using a cotton swab or small paint brush, carefully color each dyed egg. Let dry fully before drizzling on Orange Glaze.
- ORANGE GLAZE:.
- In a small bowl, combine glaze ingredients: stir until smooth. Drizzle over cooled bread.
EASTER BREAD RING
This recipe is from Italy. The Italians love it, especially at Easter time.
Provided by MARBALET
Categories 100+ Breakfast and Brunch Recipes Breakfast Bread Recipes
Time 3h5m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Color the 5 eggs with egg dye. In a large mixing bowl, blend the white sugar, salt, and yeast well with 1 cup of the flour.
- In a saucepan, combine 2/3 cup milk and butter, heating slowly until liquid is warm and butter is melted. Pour the milk into the dry ingredients and beat 125 strokes with a wooden spoon. Add eggs and 1/2 cup flour or enough to make a thick batter. Beat vigorously for 2 minutes. Stir in enough flour to make a ball of dough that draws away from the sides of the bowl.
- Turn out onto a floured board and knead for about 10 minutes, working in additional flour to overcome stickiness. Place the dough in a greased bowl, turning to grease the top. Cover tightly with plastic wrap and put in a warm, draft-free place until doubled in bulk, about 1 hour.
- Meanwhile, combine the fruit, nuts, and anise seed.
- Punch down the dough and return it to a lightly floured board. Knead in the fruit mixture, keeping the syrupy pieces dusted with flour until they are worked into the dough. Divide the dough in half.
- Carefully roll each piece into a 24-inch rope--the fruit and nuts will make this slightly difficult. Loosely twist the two ropes together and form a ring on a greased baking sheet. Pinch the ends together well. Brush the dough with melted shortening. Push aside the twist to make a place for each egg. Push eggs down carefully as far as possible. Cover the bread with wax paper and let rise in a warm, draft-free place until doubled in bulk, about 1 hour.
- Bake the bread in a preheated 350 degree F (175 degrees C) oven for about 35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in a twist comes out clean. Place on a wire rack to cool.
- Once the bread is cool, drizzle the icing on top between the eggs, and decorate with colored sprinkles. To make icing: mix together confectioners' sugar, 1 tablespoon whole milk, and vanilla.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 654.6 calories, Carbohydrate 100.5 g, Cholesterol 251 mg, Fat 20.8 g, Fiber 3.3 g, Protein 17.1 g, SaturatedFat 6.1 g, Sodium 564.2 mg, Sugar 34.9 g
Tips:
- Use fresh, high-quality ingredients for the best flavor and texture.
- Make sure the yeast is active before using it. To test, dissolve the yeast in a small amount of warm water with a pinch of sugar. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes. If the yeast is active, it will start to foam and bubble.
- Knead the dough until it is smooth and elastic. This will help to develop the gluten and give the bread a chewy texture.
- Let the dough rise in a warm place until it has doubled in size. This will take about 1-2 hours.
- Bake the bread in a preheated oven until it is golden brown and cooked through. The baking time will vary depending on the size and shape of the bread.
- Let the bread cool completely before slicing and serving.
Conclusion:
Easter bread ring is a delicious and festive bread that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be customized with your favorite fillings and toppings. Whether you are making it for a special breakfast, brunch, or dessert, Easter bread ring is sure to be a hit.
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