18+ Sweet Lemon Easter Bread Recipe Ignite Your Passion For Cooking!
Published on: Mar 3, 2024
For those who celebrate Easter, nothing beats the sweet aroma of freshly baked bread filling the kitchen. And what better way to celebrate the holiday than with a delicious sweet lemon Easter bread? This traditional recipe is a must-have for any Easter gathering and is sure to impress your family and friends. So, roll up your sleeves and get ready to learn how to make this irresistible treat that will have everyone coming back for more.
Main Ingredients: White Sugar, Lemon, All Purpose Flour, Salt, Whole
Ingredients
For the dough:
3 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1 packet active dry yeast
1/2 cup warm milk
1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
2 large eggs
1 tablespoon lemon zest
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the filling:
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup lemon juice
1 tablespoon lemon zest
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
For the glaze:
1 cup confectioners' sugar
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon lemon zest
Instructions
Start by making the dough. In a large bowl, mix together flour, sugar, and salt. In a separate small bowl, dissolve yeast in warm milk and let it sit for 5 minutes. Add melted butter, eggs, lemon zest, and vanilla extract to the yeast mixture and whisk until well combined.
Make a well in the dry ingredients and pour in the wet mixture. Mix until a dough forms. On a lightly floured surface, knead the dough for 5-6 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour.
While the dough is rising, make the filling by mixing together butter, sugar, lemon juice, lemon zest, and cinnamon until well combined.
Once the dough has doubled in size, punch it down and roll it out into a large rectangle. Spread the filling evenly over the dough, leaving a 1-inch border. Roll up the dough tightly, starting from the long side, and pinch the edges to seal. Place the dough in a greased loaf pan and let it rise for another 30 minutes.
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the bread for 30-35 minutes until golden brown. Let it cool for 10 minutes before removing it from the pan.
To make the glaze, mix together confectioners' sugar, lemon juice, and lemon zest until smooth. Drizzle the glaze over the cooled bread and serve.
Final Thoughts
This sweet lemon Easter bread is a delightful combination of tangy lemon and sweet sugar, making it the perfect treat for the holiday. The soft and fluffy bread, filled with a delicious lemon mixture, and topped with a lemon glaze, is simply irresistible. So, give this recipe a try and add a touch of sweetness to your Easter celebration!
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