Tsoureki (Sweet Greek Easter And New Year'S Bread)

Name: Tsoureki (Sweet Greek Easter And New Year'S Bread)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 envelope dry active yeast; 3 eggs, plus 1 for egg wash; 1 cup whole milk; 1 stick unsalted butter; 1 cup granulated sugar; 1 1/2 pounds all-purpose flour; 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract; 3/4 teaspoon mahlepi; 3/4 teaspoon masticha; 2 tablespoons sesame seeds

Servings: persons

1
Proof your yeast. Add yeast and 1 tablespoon of the sugar to a 1-cup measuring cup with 1/4 cup of water. Set aside allowing yeast to foam and activate yeast for about 10 minutes.
2
In a small saucepan on low, melt butter and add milk. Transfer to a mixing bowl fitted with a dough hook and add the yeast mixture. Stir to dissolve the yeast. Add 1 1/4 pounds of the flour, then add the remaining sugar, 3 eggs, the mahlepi, and the masticha and mix until elastic enough to form a window when stretched. Add the remaining 1/4 pound of flour as needed, but keep in mind that it's a wet dough so it won't form a ball in the way other yeast doughs might. Mixing will take about 15 minutes total.
3
Transfer the dough to a large bowl. Cover dough and place in a draft-free environment and allow to rise for about 2 hours, until at least doubled in size.
4
Butter two 10-inch or three 9-inch round cake pans. Place dough on a floured surface to shape and divide according to the number of pans. Allow dough to rise again for about an hour, until again doubled in size.
5
Preheat oven to 325u00b0 F. Combine the remaining egg and the vanilla extract and brush tops of loaves with egg wash. Sprinkle with sesame seeds. Bake for about 25 to 30 minutes, until golden. Test with toothpick for doneness.

1205

kcal

Calories

Fat

185

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.
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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 envelope dry active yeast, 3 eggs, plus 1 for egg wash, 1 cup whole milk, 1 stick unsalted butter, and more.

Yes, Tsoureki (Sweet Greek Easter And New Year'S 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!