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Mum's Easter Bread by George Georgievski

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Preparation time: 180 min
Serves 6 people
4.8 Average Rating

This Easter bread is soft, golden and filled with tradition. Made with love and just a few simple ingredients, it’s a beautiful way to celebrate family and carry on special memories. Whether you win the egg cracking game or not, this nostalgic bake costs under ten dollars and is the perfect centrepiece for your Easter table.

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Ingredients

  • 1kg plain flour
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 egg yolk
  • 125 grams melted butter
  • 150 grams sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 500 ml warm milk
  • 7 grams of instant dried yeast
  • 1 tablespoon sugar (for mixture)
  • Zest of one orange

Method

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  1. Activate the yeast: In a bowl, mix warm milk, yeast, and 1 tbsp of sugar. Let it sit for 10-15 minutes until it becomes foamy.
  2. Prepare the dough: In a large bowl, whisk eggs, melted butter, vanilla, lemon/orange zest, salt, and the remaining sugar. Add the activated yeast mixture.
  3. Knead: Gradually add flour and knead for about 10-15 minutes until the dough is soft and elastic. You may need slightly more or less flour.
  4. Let it rise: Cover the dough and let it rise in a warm place for about 1.5-2 hours, or until doubled in size.
  5. Shape the bread: Divide the dough into three equal parts and braid them. Place the braided loaf on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  6. Second rise: Cover and let it rise for another 30-45 minutes.
  7. Brush and bake: Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Brush the bread with a beaten egg yolk and sprinkle sesame seeds or sugar on top.
  8. Bake: Bake for 30-40 minutes, or until golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  9. Cool & serve: Let the bread cool before slicing. Enjoy with butter, jam, or just as it is!

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Average Rating: 4.8

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