18+ Sweet Easter Bread Recipe With Icing You Must Try Them!

Ingredients

Dough:

• 3 1/2 cups of all-purpose flour
• 1/4 cup of granulated sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon of salt
• 1/4 cup of unsalted butter, melted
• 1/4 cup of warm milk
• 1/4 cup of warm water
• 2 eggs, lightly beaten
• 2 1/4 teaspoons of active dry yeast
• 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
• 1/2 teaspoon of ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon of ground nutmeg
• 1/4 teaspoon of ground cloves
• 1/4 teaspoon of ground allspice

Icing:

• 1 cup of confectioners' sugar
• 1-2 tablespoons of milk
• 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla extract

Instructions

1. Prepare the Dough:

1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, salt, and all the spices.
2. Add in the melted butter, warm milk, warm water, beaten eggs, yeast, and vanilla extract. Mix until a soft dough forms.
3. Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5 minutes, or until it becomes smooth and elastic.
4. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a clean kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour.

2. Shape the Bread:

1. After the dough has risen, punch it down and divide it into 3 equal parts.
2. Roll each part into a long rope and braid the ropes together.
3. Place the braided dough on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
4. Cover the dough with a clean kitchen towel and let it rise for another 30 minutes.

3. Bake the Bread:

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Once the dough has risen, brush it with some melted butter and sprinkle with a little bit of sugar.
3. Bake the bread for 25-30 minutes, or until it turns golden brown.
4. Remove the bread from the oven and let it cool before adding the icing.

4. Make the Icing:

1. In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the confectioners' sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
2. Drizzle the icing over the cooled bread, using a spoon or a piping bag.
3. Let the icing set for a few minutes before serving.

Conclusion