Italian Easter Egg Basket Pupa Cu L Ova
Celebrate Easter the Italian way with Pupa Cu L’Ova, a delightful traditional treat that combines festive charm with irresistible flavor. These Italian Easter Egg Baskets are crafted from a tender, lightly sweetened dough flavored with vanilla and shaped into whimsical forms like baskets, rings, or dolls. Each creation is adorned with a vibrant, dyed hard-boiled egg nestled at its center, symbolizing renewal and springtime. Finished with an egg wash for a golden sheen and topped with colorful sprinkles for a playful touch, this Easter bread is as lovely to look at as it is delicious. Perfect for sharing with family and friends, these homemade treats are a wonderful addition to your holiday celebration and a beautiful centerpiece for your Easter table.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams All-purpose flour
- 100 grams Granulated sugar
- 100 grams Butter
- 2 large Eggs
- 125 ml Milk
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 15 grams Baking powder
- 4 Hard-boiled eggs (dyed, optional)
- 1 large Egg (beaten for egg wash)
- 20 grams Sprinkles (optional)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, and baking powder.
In a small saucepan, melt the butter over low heat and let it cool slightly.
In another large bowl, combine the melted butter, eggs, milk, and vanilla extract. Whisk until smooth and well blended.
Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing with a wooden spoon or your hands until a soft dough forms.
Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead gently for 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic. Add a little flour if the dough is too sticky.
Divide the dough into 8 equal portions. Roll each portion into a long rope, then shape it into the desired forms such as baskets, braided rings, or doll figures.
Nestle one dyed hard-boiled egg into the center of each shape, pressing lightly to secure it in place.
Place the shaped dough pieces on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, leaving some space between them.
Brush the dough with beaten egg wash for a glossy finish. Sprinkle with colorful sprinkles if desired for decoration.
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and bake the Pupa Cu L'Ova for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.
Allow the finished bread to cool completely on a wire rack before serving. Enjoy this festive and delicious treat with family and friends!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3626 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 125.3 g | 161% | |
| Saturated Fat | 59.7 g | 299% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1549 mg | 516% | |
| Sodium | 2508 mg | 109% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 516.2 g | 188% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.6 g | 49% | |
| Total Sugars | 127.6 g | ||
| Protein | 97.7 g | 195% | |
| Vitamin D | 9.3 mcg | 46% | |
| Calcium | 435 mg | 33% | |
| Iron | 29.1 mg | 162% | |
| Potassium | 1216 mg | 26% | |
*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.
