Greek Easter Bread

Ingredients

• 3.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup milk
• ½ cup sugar
• ½ cup butter
• 2.25 teaspoons active dry yeast
• 3 large eggs
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ¼ cup mixed seeds (sesame, poppy, sunflower)

Instructions

1. 1

   Warm 1 cup milk and 1/2 cup butter together until butter melts and mixture is lukewarm (about 110°F). Remove from heat.

2. 2

   In a large bowl, combine 1/2 cup sugar, 2.25 teaspoons yeast, and the warm milk-butter mixture. Let sit for 5-10 minutes until frothy.

3. 3

   Beat in 3 eggs, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and gradually add 3.5 cups flour, mixing until a soft dough forms.

4. 4

   Knead the dough on a floured surface for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic. Place in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm spot for 1-1.5 hours until doubled.

5. 5

   Punch down the dough, divide into 3 equal pieces, and roll each into a long rope. Braid the ropes together and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.

6. 6

   Cover the braid loosely and let rise again for 30-45 minutes until puffy. Brush with beaten egg (optional) and sprinkle with 1/4 cup mixed seeds.

7. 7

   Bake at 350°F for 30-35 minutes until golden brown and hollow-sounding when tapped. Cool on a rack before slicing.

Tools you’ll need

• large mixing bowl
• baking sheet
• parchment paper
• whisk
• measuring cups and spoons

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