Armenian Easter bread ( Choreg) sweet bread - the best Choreg recipe

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil provides a dairy-free option with similar texture.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk reduces calories and is lactose-free.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey adds natural sweetness with a unique flavor.

eggs

🥗Healthier: flaxseed meal

💰Cheaper: aquafaba

Flaxseed meal acts as a binding agent in vegan recipes.

Activate the yeast in warm milk with 1 tbsp sugar until frothy.

In a large bowl, mix the flour, salt, mahlab, and sugar.

Add the unsalted butter and eggs to the flour mixture; combine well.

Pour in the yeast mixture and mix until a dough forms.

Knead the dough on a floured surface until smooth.

Place the dough in a greased deep dish, cover, and let rise until tripled in size.

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

Punch down the risen dough and shape it as desired.

Place shaped dough on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

Brush with egg wash and sprinkle with sesame seeds (not mentioned in the description).

Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.

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