What’s in this Easter Bread Recipe?
This orange and almond sweet bread definitely requires a few steps to make, but it’s well worth the effort to have this on Easter. It’s easier than it looks and it’s so delicious. I found that it’s actually really fun to make and always brings the ooo’s and awwww’s.
Flour: Start with all-purpose flour to make the bread dough. Milk: The milk helps to activate the yeast, and it adds moisture into the dough. Yeast: Use packages of active dry yeast. It’s important to heat the milk to the right temperature (120-130F) so that the yeast activates properly. Eggs: Adding eggs to this bread helps with leavening, texture, and flavor. Butter: Unsalted butter adds richness. Sugar: Granulated sugar adds sweetness to the dough. Almond Extract: This adds a delicious almond flavor to the bread. Orange Zest: This brings a citrusy, zesty taste.
To make the delicious topping for this sweet bread, you’ll need another egg, cold water, sliced almonds, and of course, some colorful sprinkles for a festive finish.
Flavor Variations
The orange almond flavor of this sweet Easter bread is delicious, but you can change things up if you prefer. Swap out the almond extract for another flavor, like vanilla extract or lemon extract. You can skip the orange zest if you don’t want that citrus-y flavor, or you can use lemon zest instead.
How to Store
Store leftover Easter bread in an airtight container or resealable bag, and keep it at room temperature for up to 5 days.
How to Freeze
Place this egg bread in a freezer-safe container or resealable bag, and freeze for up to 2 months. Let it thaw before serving.
Serving Suggestions
This almond bread makes a great treat any time on Easter Sunday. It pairs well with coffee for a sweet breakfast, and it is perfect for the Easter Brunch table. It also makes a fun post-feast dessert bread, and it actually tastes great served alongside your Easter ham or lunch too.
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