ITALIAN ANISE EASTER BREAD

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Subtlety sweet... tastes like Easter!

Provided by Mary Silva

Categories     Other Breads

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 pkg active dry yeast
1/2 c warm water
1/2 c warm milk
1 c softened butter
4 eggs
3/4 c sugar
1 tsp salt
1 1/2 Tbsp whole anise seeds
6-7 c all purpose flour
1 egg for wash

Steps:

  • 1. In a large bowl dissolve yeast in water, let bubble.
  • 2. Then blend all other ingredients in yeast water mixture, gradually add in flour.
  • 3. Knead dough 5-10 minutes. Spray a large bowl with cooking spray and cover with plastic wrap. Let rise for 5 hours.
  • 4. Punch down after first rise, shape and place in greased loaf pans. Cover again with plastic wrap and let rise 2 more hours.
  • 5. Mix one egg with 1 tablespoon of milk or water and brush tops of loaves. Bake at 350 degrees for 40-45 minutes.
  • 6. NOTE: If you have time, you can let this rise overnight, punch dough down and shape, put in pan and let rise 3 more hours, then bake.

Janet Tomlinson
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This bread was a bit dry for my taste, but the anise flavor was nice. I think I would add more liquid next time.


MD Firoj
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This bread was easy to make and turned out beautifully. The anise flavor was subtle and the bread was very moist. I will definitely make this again!


Joey Hodges
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I've been making this bread for years and it's always a hit! My family loves the sweet and spicy flavor of the anise and the bread is always so moist and fluffy. I highly recommend this recipe.


Eyob Sahlie
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This bread was delicious! The anise flavor was just right and the bread was so soft and moist. I will definitely be making this again.


Em Kabir22
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This bread was a bit too sweet for my taste, but my family loved it. They said it tasted like a giant anise cookie.


Imran Harripersaud
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I followed the recipe exactly and the bread turned out perfectly! It was so easy to make and everyone at my Easter brunch loved it. I'll definitely be making this again next year.


Angel Remirez
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This bread was absolutely delicious! The anise flavor was perfect and the bread was so moist and fluffy. I will definitely be making this again for Easter.


SijaD Raja
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This bread was a bit too dense for my taste, but the anise flavor was nice. I think I would use a different recipe next time.


Milonkain Milonkain
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I've made this bread several times and it's always a hit! It's so easy to make and the anise flavor is amazing. I love serving it at Easter brunch.


mehdi chouari
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This bread was delicious! The anise flavor was perfect and the bread was so soft and moist. I will definitely be making this again.


Sojol
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This bread was a bit dry for my taste, but the anise flavor was nice. I think I would add more liquid next time.


YASEN ARAFAT
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This bread was easy to make and turned out beautifully. The anise flavor was subtle and the bread was very moist. I will definitely make this again!


nature is beautiful
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I followed the recipe exactly and the bread turned out perfectly! It was so delicious and everyone at my Easter dinner loved it. I'll definitely be making this again next year.


Rashim Butsitsi
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I made this bread for Easter brunch and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it, even the people who don't usually like anise. The bread was light and fluffy, and the anise flavor was just right.


Daniel Velasquez
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This bread was a bit too sweet for my taste, but my kids loved it. They said it tasted like a giant anise cookie.


Akira Smoot
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I've been making this anise Easter bread for years and it's always a hit! My family loves the sweet and spicy flavor of the anise and the bread is always so moist and fluffy. I highly recommend this recipe.


Kasheeta Titus
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This anise Easter bread was a delight to make and even more delightful to eat! The dough was easy to work with and the bread turned out so soft and flavorful. I loved the subtle anise flavor and the crunchy sugar topping. It was a perfect Easter trea


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