Easter Baskets Bread
Celebrate spring and Easter traditions with this delightful Easter Baskets Bread recipe, a show-stopping addition to your holiday table. This soft, sweet bread is braided into charming basket shapes and adorned with optional dyed hard-boiled eggs, creating a festive centerpiece that doubles as a delicious treat. Flavored with a hint of vanilla and a buttery finish, these golden loaves are perfect for sharing with family and friends. Garnish with colorful sprinkles for an extra cheerful touch! With a tender, pillowy texture and a visually stunning presentation, these homemade Easter basket breads make a memorable addition to any celebration. Perfect for brunch, as a seasonal gift, or for enjoying with your favorite spread, this recipe combines tradition, creativity, and irresistible flavor for Easter’s most charming bake.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups All-purpose flour
- 0.5 cups Granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 2.25 teaspoons Active dry yeast
- 1 cup Whole milk
- 4 tablespoons Butter
- 3 large Eggs
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 6 pieces Hard-boiled eggs (dyed, optional)
- Nonstick cooking spray
- 2 tablespoons Melted butter (optional, for brushing)
- 2 tablespoons Colored sprinkles (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
In a large bowl, combine 1 cup of flour, sugar, salt, and yeast.
In a small saucepan, heat the milk and butter over low heat until warm (about 110°F). Do not boil.
Pour the warm milk mixture into the dry ingredients and mix until combined.
Add 2 eggs and the vanilla extract to the mixture. Beat until smooth.
Gradually incorporate the remaining 3 cups of flour, one cup at a time, until a soft dough forms.
Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a clean kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
After the dough has risen, punch it down to release air. Divide it into 12 equal pieces.
Roll each piece into a long rope (about 12 inches). Twist two ropes together to form a braid, then shape the braid into a circle to resemble a basket. Pinch the ends together to seal.
Place the braided circles on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and lightly sprayed with nonstick cooking spray.
If adding dyed eggs, gently press one dyed hard-boiled egg into the center of each dough circle.
Cover the shaped dough with a towel and let it rise again for 30 minutes.
Preheat the oven to 350°F. Beat the remaining egg and brush it over the dough for a glossy finish.
Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the bread is golden brown.
Remove from the oven and brush with melted butter if desired. Garnish with sprinkles for a festive touch.
Allow the Easter Basket Breads to cool before serving. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3595 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 125.5 g | 161% | |
| Saturated Fat | 59.9 g | 300% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1898 mg | 633% | |
| Sodium | 3345 mg | 145% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 494.6 g | 180% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.5 g | 52% | |
| Total Sugars | 125.0 g | ||
| Protein | 112.9 g | 226% | |
| Vitamin D | 13.0 mcg | 65% | |
| Calcium | 620 mg | 48% | |
| Iron | 30.0 mg | 167% | |
| Potassium | 1618 mg | 34% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
