Easter Bread with Colored Eggs (Pane di Pasqua)
A traditional Italian Easter bread decorated with colorful sprinkles and topped with dyed Easter eggs. This festive braided or ring-shaped bread is perfect for Easter celebrations.
Ingredientes
Pasos
- 1
Mix warm milk, sugar, and yeast together. Let sit for 5 minutes until foamy.
5 min - 2
In a large bowl, combine flour, salt, and make a well. Add yeast mixture, eggs, and melted butter. Mix until a dough forms.
10 min - 3
Knead the dough for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic. Add orange zest and anise seeds if desired.
10 min - 4
Place dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let rise for 1-2 hours until doubled in size.
90 min - 5
Shape dough into a ring or braid and place on a lined baking sheet. Create indentations and insert raw dyed Easter eggs into the dough.
15 min - 6
Cover and let rise for 30-45 minutes until puffy.
40 min - 7
Brush with beaten egg wash and sprinkle with colorful pearl sugar and sprinkles.
5 min - 8
Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 30-35 minutes until golden brown.
33 min - 9
Cool on a wire rack before serving.
20 min