Easter bread made with milk and egg yolks
Description
The pastry is easy and quick to prepare. I'm eager to offer you this idea to try—it goes well with tea or coffee.
Instructions
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Step 1
1. Dissolve the yeast in 1/2 cup of warm milk with 1 tablespoon of sugar. Let it sit for about 10 minutes until foam forms.
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Step 2
2. Add a glass of sifted flour, mix and let it sit, covered with a towel, for 20 minutes.
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Step 3
3. Separate the yolks from the whites.
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Step 4
4. Mix the yolks with the remaining sugar and vanilla extract. Melt the butter, then let it cool.
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Step 5
5. Add salt and butter to the bowl and start mixing.
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Step 6
6. Pour the milk into the yolks. Add the sifted flour and knead a smooth dough. Cover with a towel and let it rise in a warm place.
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Step 7
7. Add raisins or candied fruits to the risen dough to taste. Gently mix and let the dough rise again, increasing in size 3-4 times.
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Step 8
8. When the dough has risen well, divide it into molds.
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Step 9
9. Brush the top with beaten egg yolk.
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Step 10
10. Bake the kulich at 180 degrees for 30 to 65 minutes, depending on the size of the molds.
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Step 11
11. Let them cool completely. Then beat the egg white with powdered sugar and lemon juice, and cover the kulich with the glaze.
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Step 12
12. Add sprinkles if desired. Have a delicious celebration!