Easter Bread With Orange Butter Recipe

Name: Easter Bread With Orange Butter
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 envelope (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast; 3/4 cup warm water (110u00b0 to 115u00b0); 3 large eggs, room temperature; 1/4 cup sugar; 1/4 cup canola oil; 2 teaspoons salt; 2 teaspoons grated lemon zest; 4 to 5 cups all-purpose flour; 1/2 cup raisins; 2 teaspoons butter, melted; 3/4 cup butter, softened; 3 tablespoons orange marmalade

Servings: persons

1 envelope (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast
3/4 cup warm water (110u00b0 to 115u00b0)
3 large eggs, room temperature
1/4 cup sugar
1/4 cup canola oil
2 teaspoons salt
2 teaspoons grated lemon zest
4 to 5 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup raisins
2 teaspoons butter, melted
3/4 cup butter, softened
3 tablespoons orange marmalade

1
In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. Add the eggs, sugar, oil, salt, lemon zest and 2 cups flour. Beat until smooth. Stir in enough remaining flour to form a soft dough.
2
Turn onto a floured surface. Sprinkle with raisins; knead until smooth and elastic, about 6-8 minutes. Place in a greased bowl, turning once to grease the top. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 hour.
3
Punch dough down. Turn onto a lightly floured surface; divide dough into thirds. Shape each into a 20-in. rope. Place ropes on a greased
4
and braid; pinch ends to seal and tuck under. Cover and let rise until doubled, about 1 hour.
5
Bake at 350u00b0 for 24-28 minutes or until golden brown. Brush with melted butter. Remove from pan to a wire rack to cool. In a small bowl, combine softened butter and marmalade; serve with bread.

981

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Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 envelope (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast, 3/4 cup warm water (110u00b0 to 115u00b0), 3 large eggs, room temperature, 1/4 cup sugar, and more.

Yes, Easter Bread With Orange Butter falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Easter Bread With Orange Butter

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