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Happy Easter! How to Make Amazing Italian Easter Bread From Scratch

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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
4 large egg yolks
1/2 cup sprinkles
as needed soap

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

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

Divide the dough into two pieces and twist them together to form ropes.

2

Braid the ropes together to create a wreath shape.

3

Pinch the ends together to secure the braid.

4

Place an egg in the middle of the wreath.

5

Prepare a glaze using a few tablespoons of soap and brush it over the bread.

6

Sprinkle colored sprinkles on top of the glazed bread.

Cooking Techniques

mixingkneadingbraidingbaking

Equipment Needed

mixing bowlbaking sheetparchment paperoven

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

glutendairyeggs

Also Known As

Pane di PasquaEaster Bread
Local Name: Pane di Pasqua

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