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Pane di Pasqua

Delightful Pane di Pasqua: Your Festive Easter Treat

Celebrate Easter with this delightful Pane di Pasqua, a traditional Italian bread that brings joy and nostalgia to your gatherings.
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Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 25 minutes
Rising Time 1 hour 45 minutes
Total Time 3 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Dough Ingredients
  • 1 cup Milk whole or almond milk
  • 2.25 teaspoons Active Dry Yeast instant yeast can be used
  • 0.25 cup Granulated Sugar coconut sugar can be used
  • 4 cups Bread Flour all-purpose flour can substitute
  • 0.5 teaspoon Kosher Salt use less if using fine table salt
  • Zest of 1 Lemon orange zest can be used
  • 0.25 cup Unsalted Butter margarine works if butter is unavailable
  • 2 Eggs aquafaba or chia seeds for vegan substitutes
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract almond extract adds a nice flavor
Decoration Ingredients
  • As needed Sprinkles ensure they are gluten-free if necessary

Equipment

  • mixer
  • baking sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • Measuring cups
  • mixing bowls
  • Kitchen towel

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Warm 1 cup of milk until lukewarm, stir in ¼ cup of sugar and 2¼ teaspoons of yeast. Let sit for 5-10 minutes until frothy.
  2. In a bowl, combine 4 cups of flour, ½ teaspoon of salt, and lemon zest. Make a well in the center.
  3. Add the yeast mixture, ¼ cup melted butter, 2 eggs, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla to the well. Mix to form a soft dough.
  4. Knead on a floured surface for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic. Shape into a ball and place in a greased bowl.
  5. Cover and let rise in a warm area for about 1 hour until doubled in size.
  6. Punch down the dough, divide into 12 equal portions, and roll into 12-inch ropes. Braid two ropes together and form into a circle.
  7. Place each ring on a parchment-lined baking sheet and cover. Allow to rise for 45 minutes until puffed up.
  8. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  9. Brush with an egg wash made from 1 beaten egg, sprinkle with sprinkles, and place a dyed egg in the center of each ring.
  10. Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and hollow when tapped. Cool slightly on a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 6gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 4IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 6mgIron: 8mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. Can be refrigerated for up to 5 days but may alter texture. Freeze for up to 2 months.

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