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Uskrsnja Pogaca

Cultural Context

Originating from Serbia, Uskrsnja Pogaca, or Easter Bread, is traditionally prepared during the Easter season to celebrate the resurrection of Christ. This sweet, enriched bread symbolizes new life and is often enjoyed with family during festive gatherings. Today, variations of this bread can be found in many Eastern European countries, each with unique twists, but the essence of celebration remains.

SerbianRSother
90 min
medium
12 servings
Servings4
200ml milk
150g butter
4 egg yolk
2 eggs
100g sour cream
lemon zest
orange zest
30g fresh yeast
3 vanilla sugar
200g icing sugar
1 tsp of salt
1 tbsp of rum
750g flour
1 tsp of baking powder

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil is dairy-free and adds a subtle flavor.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk reduces calories and is lactose-free.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey adds natural sweetness and moisture.

eggs

🥗Healthier: flaxseed meal

💰Cheaper: aquafaba

Flaxseed meal is a vegan alternative that binds ingredients.

1

Activate the fresh yeast in warm milk with a bit of sugar until frothy.

2

Mix flour, baking powder, and salt in a large bowl.

3

Add the activated yeast mixture, egg yolks, whole eggs, melted butter, sour cream, vanilla sugar, rum, lemon zest, and orange zest to the flour mixture.

4

Knead the dough until smooth, about 10 minutes.

5

Let the dough rise in a warm place until doubled in size, about 1-2 hours.

6

Shape the dough into a round loaf and place it in a greased baking pan.

7

Cover and let rise again until puffy, about 30-45 minutes.

8

Preheat the oven to 170°C (340°F).

9

Brush the top with a mixture of one egg and a bit of milk, then smear with butter.

10

Bake until golden brown, about 40 minutes.

Cooking Techniques

mixingkneadingrisingbaking

Equipment Needed

large bowlbaking pan

Spice Level:

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Allergens

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Also Known As

Easter BreadPogaca

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