Sweet And Golden Easter Bread Recipe

Name: Sweet And Golden Easter Bread
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 packages (1/4 ounce each) active dry yeast; 3 tablespoons warm water (110u00b0 to 115u00b0); 1-1/3 cups warm milk (110u00b0 to 115u00b0); 2/3 cup sugar; 2/3 cup butter, softened; 1-1/4 teaspoons salt; 2 large eggs; 3 teaspoons anise extract; 6 to 6-1/2 cups all-purpose flour; 2/3 cup raisins; 1 large egg white, beaten; 1 tablespoon water

Servings: persons

2 packages (1/4 ounce each) active dry yeast
3 tablespoons warm water (110u00b0 to 115u00b0)
1-1/3 cups warm milk (110u00b0 to 115u00b0)
2/3 cup sugar
2/3 cup butter, softened
1-1/4 teaspoons salt
2 large eggs
3 teaspoons anise extract
6 to 6-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
2/3 cup raisins
1 large egg white, beaten
1 tablespoon water

1
In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. Add the milk, sugar, butter and salt; mix well. Add eggs, extract and 2 cups flour; beat until smooth. Stir in enough remaining flour to form a soft dough.
2
Turn onto a floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, about 8-10 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; sprinkle with raisins and knead in. Divide in half. Divide each portion into thirds. Shape each into a 14-in. rope. Place three ropes on a greased
4
, and braid; pinch ends to seal and tuck under. Repeat with remaining dough. Cover and let rise until doubled, about 45 minutes.
5
Whisk egg white and water; brush over braids. Bake at 325u00b0 for 35-40 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from pans to wire racks to cool.

1069

kcal

Calories

Fat

150

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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: 2 packages (1/4 ounce each) active dry yeast, 3 tablespoons warm water (110u00b0 to 115u00b0), 1-1/3 cups warm milk (110u00b0 to 115u00b0), 2/3 cup sugar, and more.

Yes, Sweet And Golden Easter Bread 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.

Sweet And Golden Easter Bread

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