Sicilian Easter Wreath Recipe

Name: Sicilian Easter Wreath
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 cups (700 ml) flour; 1/2 cup (125 ml) granulated sugar; 1/2 tsp (2 ml) salt; 1/2 tspbaking powder; 3 large eggs; 2 tsp (10 ml) vanilla; 1 tsp (5 ml) of finely grated orange zest; 1 tsp (5 ml) of finely grated lemon zest; 3/4 cup (175 ml) cool, unsalted butter; 1 egg,well-beaten withdash of salt; 4 unpeeled hard-cooked eggs (can be colored); Colored sugar sprinkles or chopped almonds; Powdered sugar

Servings: persons

3 cups (700 ml) flour
1/2 cup (125 ml) granulated sugar
1/2 tsp (2 ml) salt
1/2 tspbaking powder
3 large eggs
2 tsp (10 ml) vanilla
1 tsp (5 ml) of finely grated orange zest
1 tsp (5 ml) of finely grated lemon zest
3/4 cup (175 ml) cool, unsalted butter
1 egg,well-beaten withdash of salt
4 unpeeled hard-cooked eggs (can be colored)
Colored sugar sprinkles or chopped almonds
Powdered sugar

1
Set oven rack in middle level and cover cookie sheet with parchment paper or foil.
2
To prepare dough, combine flour, granulated sugar,salt,and baking powder in bowl and mix.
3
Whisk together eggs, vanilla and orange and lemon zest in seperate bowl.
4
Cut butter into 1/2-inch pieces and add to dry ingredients.
5
Using fingertips or pastry blender, rub in butter until mixture is fine and sandy (cool and powdery, not sticky).
6
Stir in egg mixture with fork until mixture holds together.
7
Remove dough to lightly floured work surface.
8
Knead lightly until smooth, about 15 seconds.
9
To form wreath, roll 3/4 of dough into 24-inch cylinder.
10
Arrange on prepared pan, making circle about 8-inches in diameter.
11
Press ends together to adhere.
12
Brush surface with egg wash.
13
Position hardcooked eggs on top, equidistant from each other.
14
Roll remaining dough into thin cylinder.
15
Cut into eight pieces and roll each piece 31/2-inches long.
16
Criss-cross 2 pieces over each egg, forming an X.
17
Adhere ends of dough to wreath on either side of eggs.
18
Carefully brush criss-cross with egg wash.
19
Sprinkle entire wreath with colored sugar sprinkles or almonds.
20
Bake at 350 degrees (175 C.) until well-colored and firm, about 30 minutes.
21
Cool wreath on pan.
22
Before serving, sprinkle with lightly with powered sugar.
23
Enjoy...

1000

kcal

Calories

Fat

102

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
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.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 cups (700 ml) flour, 1/2 cup (125 ml) granulated sugar, 1/2 tsp (2 ml) salt, 1/2 tspbaking powder, and more.

Yes, Sicilian Easter Wreath falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Sicilian Easter Wreath

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