Step-by-Step Instructions. In a small bowl, dissolve the yeast in warm milk and let it sit for about 5 minutes until frothy. In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, and salt.

Italian Easter bread comes in many forms and styles, but it is enjoyed all over Italy on Easter. The braided sweet dough and colorfully dyed eggs make the perfect springtime dessert.

Meanwhile, place warm milk, sugar, butter, instant yeast, and 2 eggs in bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment. Beat on medium-low speed until combined, about 1 minute.

An Italian Easter bread from an unforgettable lady Grandma Nan was as colorful as the Easter eggs that she used to stud the braided loaf she baked annually for the holiday. Posted March 28, 2021 ...

Brush each braided bread with the egg wash. If desired, top the bread with sprinkles. Gently place one dyed egg in the center of each braided ring. Do not press into the dough, it will sink as it ...

Christmas has candy canes and eggnog, St. Patrick’s Day has Irish soda bread, Valentine’s Day has chocolates and Easter has Italian Easter Bread. “It’s an Italian tradition. Typically you ...

“Perfection would be finding that mythical bread that’s in my mind,” said Michellene Parker of her quest to replicate an ideal loaf of French sourdough pain au levain or pain de campagne, maybe better ...