Traditional Easter Bread Recipe with Colored Eggs and Sweet Glaze - Zest Plate

Traditional Easter Bread Recipe with Colored Eggs and Sweet Glaze - Zest Plate

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Make this beautiful braided Easter bread with colorful eggs for your holiday table! This traditional sweet bread makes both a delicious treat and festive center

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Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup warm water (about 110°F)
  • 1 Tbsp. active dry yeast (from 2 1/4-oz. packets)
  • 3/4 cup warm milk (about 110°F)
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 6 Tbsp. unsalted butter, melted
  • 3 large eggs, divided (2 for dough, 1 for egg wash)
  • 4 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for the surface
  • 2 1/2 tsp. salt
  • Nonstick cooking spray
  • 4 dyed uncooked eggs, at room temperature (optional)
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 Tbsp. whole milk, plus more as needed
  • Rainbow sprinkles, for topping (optional)

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