Kulich/Paska. Russian Easter Bread.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil provides a dairy-free option while maintaining moisture.

almonds

🥗Healthier: walnuts

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Walnuts offer similar crunch and flavor at a lower cost.

candied citrus peel

🥗Healthier: dried fruit

💰Cheaper: zest from fresh citrus

Dried fruit adds sweetness without added sugars.

powdered sugar

🥗Healthier: stevia powder

💰Cheaper: granulated sugar

Stevia reduces calories while providing sweetness.

Activate yeast in warm milk until bubbly, about 5-10 minutes.

Mix flour, sugar, and salt in a large bowl.

Create a well in the center and add eggs, melted butter, and vanilla.

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

Knead the dough on a floured surface for 10 minutes until smooth.

Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise until doubled, about 1-2 hours.

Incorporate candied citrus peel, almonds, and raisins into the dough.

Shape the dough into a tall cylinder and place in a greased pan.

Allow to rise again until nearly doubled, about 30-60 minutes.

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

Bake for 30-40 minutes until golden and a toothpick comes out clean.

Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.

Mix powdered sugar with water to create a glaze and drizzle over the cooled kulich.

Cooking Techniques

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