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Italian Easter Bread

Cultural Context

Originating from Italy, Italian Easter Bread is a festive, sweet bread traditionally made for Easter celebrations. It symbolizes new life and rebirth, often featuring colorful eggs baked into the loaf. Families often prepare this bread together, making it a cherished part of their holiday traditions. Today, variations exist across Italian-American communities, where it is enjoyed not only at Easter but throughout the year.

ItalianITother
90 min
medium
12 servings
Servings4
500 g di farina 0
15 g di lievito fresco di birra
200 ml di latte
100 g di zucchero
80 g di uova
10 g di sale
50 g di pecorino grattugiato
50 g di burro
tuorlo per spennellare
4 uova sode

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil reduces saturated fat while adding a subtle flavor.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey is a natural sweetener with a unique taste.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk is lower in calories, while water is a budget-friendly alternative.

eggs

🥗Healthier: flaxseed meal

💰Cheaper: egg substitute

Flaxseed meal is a vegan option that binds ingredients well.

1

Prepare the dough by mixing flour, fresh yeast, milk, sugar, eggs, salt, grated pecorino, and butter.

2

Let the dough rise for 1 hour at room temperature.

3

Shape the dough into a braid and let it rise until doubled in size.

4

Bake at 180° for 50 minutes.

5

Decorate with boiled eggs.

Cooking Techniques

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Spice Level:

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Allergens

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Also Known As

Pane di PasquaEaster Bread
Local Name: Pane di Pasqua

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