Are you looking for a luxurious and indulgent sweet bread to add to your Easter celebration? Look no further than Pane di Pasqua, a traditional Italian sweet bread that has been delighting taste buds for centuries.
Pane di Pasqua is a beautiful and delicious sweet bread that is a perfect addition to any Easter celebration. This indulgent bread is traditionally shaped into a wreath or other decorative shape, and is often topped with colorful sprinkles or whole eggs, making it a beautiful centerpiece for your table.
Pane di Pasqua has a soft and fluffy texture, and a rich, sweet flavor that is sure to delight your taste buds. It is a wonderful accompaniment to your morning coffee or tea, and makes a delightful dessert when paired with a glass of dessert wine.
The history of Pane di Pasqua dates back centuries, to the time when Christianity was first spreading throughout Europe. In Italy, the celebration of Easter was (and still is) a time of great importance, and food played a central role in the festivities.
It is believed that Pane di Pasqua was created as a way to celebrate the end of the Lenten fast, which traditionally forbids the consumption of rich and indulgent foods. This sweet bread, with its rich ingredients and festive decorations, was the perfect way to mark the end of the fast and usher in a new season of celebration and joy.
Over the years, Pane di Pasqua has evolved and changed, with each region of Italy putting its own unique spin on the recipe. Some versions of the bread include dried fruits and nuts, while others are studded with chocolate chips or other sweet treats. But no matter how it’s made, Pane di Pasqua remains a beloved and cherished tradition in Italian culture.
At Bucket of Bread, we are proud to carry on this rich tradition with our own recipe for Pane di Pasqua. Our version of this delicious bread is made with the highest-quality ingredients, and guides you to baking it to perfection in your own kitchen.
So why not add a touch of luxury and elegance to your Easter celebration this year with a beautiful and delicious Pane di Pasqua using Bucket of Bread? Your guests will be impressed and delighted by this classic Italian sweet bread, and that it will be the talk of your Easter table for years to come. Happy Baking!
Indulge in Luxury with Traditional Italian Pane di Pasqua This Easter Season: The Perfect Sweet Treat for Your Table
Ingredients
- 1 Bucket Your favorite Bucket of Bread Brand Dough Traditional White was used here.
- 1 Cup Hot Water
- 1 Cup Whole Milk
- 4 Eggs
- 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
- ½ Cup Sugar For the Simple Syrup
- ½ Cup Hot Water For the Simple Syrup
- 6 Decorated Eggs Don't boil these! They'll cook in the oven. Ensure these are close to room temperature before baking.
Instructions
This can also be mixed by hand; however, this recipe will show you using a stand mixer. If you use the large bucket with 2 bags, follow this recipe. If you use the smaller bucket size (1 bag), divide the rest of the ingredient measurements by 2.
- Put your bucket ingredients or 2 bags into the stand mixer bowl and add the sugar.
- Combine the milk and hot water with the vanilla extract and give it a quick stir.
- Beat the eggs into a bowl.
- Slowly pour in the milk, water, and extract liquid while mixing with a dough hook at a low speed.
- Do the same with the beaten eggs.
- Let the dough rise for about 3-4 hours. (This will be a bit heavier and most likely will not rise to the top of your bucket; however, the gluten will form all the same.
- When the dough has risen satisfactorily, you may use it either right away or refrigerate it for up to 3 days (there's raw egg in this).
- Preheat your oven to 350℉.
- Divide the dough into 6 equal balls and roll these out into long ropes no more than an inch in diameter ideally.
- Fold the ropes in half and spin them onto them selves. Pinch the ends and form a circle.
- Egg wash the twisted circles.
- Place a decorated and UNBOILED EGG in the center of each "nest".
- Bake at 350℉ for approximately 20-30 minutes or until the bread is a beautiful golden brown.
While the breads are baking, make a simple syrup.
- In a small pan mix the equal parts of sugar and water until there are some bubbles and the sugar has dissolved. Let this cool to room temperature. You can keep unused simple syrup in a covered container in your refrigerator for up to 30 days.
Decorating your masterpieces!
- After baking let cool on the sheet pan for at least 10 minutes.
- Place onto a cooling rack and baste each with simple syrup.
- Add some Easter sprinkles (you may need another fresh coat of simple syrup to ensure the sprinkles stick).
- Serve while still warm.
If you're making these ahead of time for an event, you can also remove the egg and put it into the fridge until needed.
Not in the mood for sweets for Easter? Try adjusting the recipe into something savory! And share your new creation with Bucket of Bread!
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