How To Make Anise Easter Bread Recipe
Sweet and aromatic bread with a hint of anise, perfect for Easter morning.
Serves:
Ingredients
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 packet instant yeast
- 1/2 cup warm milk
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 eggs
- 1 tsp anise extract
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup raisins (optional)
- 1 egg yolk
- 1 tbsp milk
Instructions
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In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, salt, and instant yeast.
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In a separate bowl, mix warm milk, melted butter, 2 eggs, anise extract, and vanilla extract.
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Mix the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until a dough forms.
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Knead the dough for 5-10 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.
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Place the dough in a greased bowl and cover with a cloth. Let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour.
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Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C).
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Punch down the dough and knead in raisins (if using).
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Divide the dough into 4 equal pieces and shape each piece into a ball.
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Place the balls on a greased baking sheet and let them rise for another 30 minutes.
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Beat together egg yolk and milk and brush onto the risen balls.
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Bake for 30 minutes or until golden brown.
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Let cool before serving.
Nutrition
- Calories : 466kcal
- Total Fat : 14g
- Saturated Fat : 8g
- Cholesterol : 156mg
- Sodium : 160mg
- Total Carbohydrates : 76g
- Dietary Fiber : 2g
- Sugar : 23g
- Protein : 11g
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