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Greek Easter bread

120 min4 serv.21 февр. 2026 г.

Description

Greek Easter bread, as one can easily guess from the name, is served at the festive table for the holiday of the same name. This recipe is used by residents of Greece and Cyprus. The baked good turns out very aromatic, soft, and, of course, delicious. Good luck!

Instructions

  1. 1

    Step 1

    Step 1

    Add salt, white pepper, finely chopped citrus zest, cinnamon, cumin, and yeast to the sifted flour. Mix the dry ingredients. Separately, beat the eggs with sugar.

  2. 2

    Step 2

    Step 2

    Melt the butter and warm the milk separately. Mix the dry ingredients with eggs and sugar. Add the milk and butter. Knead the dough, cover it with a towel, and place in a warm spot for 2 hours.

  3. 3

    Step 3

    Step 3

    Divide the risen dough into four equal parts. Roll three parts into long sausages.

  4. 4

    Step 4

    Step 4

    Form a braid.

  5. 5

    Step 5

    Step 5

    We roll it into a circle. With the fourth sausage, we wrap around the braid.

  6. 6

    Step 6

    Step 6

    Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and place the bread on it. Let it rest for some time to allow the dough to rise. Brush the top with honey and egg yolk, then sprinkle with sesame seeds. Bake in the oven at 220 degrees until golden brown.

  7. 7

    Step 7

    Step 7

    The pastry is ready. Serve with tea.