Easter bread in a bread maker
Description
I want to recommend to all lovers of Easter treats a very tender, incredibly delicious and appetizing, yet quite simple recipe for Easter bread made in a "Moulinex" bread machine. Thanks to the appliance, the dough turns out literally airy. During preparation, you can add any dried fruits and candied fruits you like. Serve cooled or slightly warm.
Instructions
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Step 1
1. First, take about half of the milk and warm it slightly. Add the yeast and mix thoroughly until they are completely dissolved. Sift about 0.5 cup of flour directly into the bucket. Add the milk, and run the dough kneading program for a couple of minutes.
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Step 2
2. Leave in a warm place, covered with a clean towel, for about 20 minutes. If you are using fresh yeast in the recipe for baking Easter bread in a "Moulinex" bread machine, you can reduce the time to 15 minutes.
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Step 3
3. Sift about 100 grams of flour into a separate container. Bring the remaining milk to a boil.
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Step 4
4. Pour the milk into the flour, mix thoroughly until the dough becomes smooth. Combine the starter with the scalded flour, knead for about 2 minutes until uniform, then leave for approximately 1 hour in a warm, dry place.
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Step 5
5. In a small bowl, combine 4 egg yolks (save the whites for topping), sugar, vanilla, zest, salt, and other spices if desired. Beat until smooth. Melt the butter. Add it to the risen dough along with the remaining flour. Knead the dough for Easter bread in a "Moulinex" bread machine at home for about 15 minutes, carefully monitoring the consistency.
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Step 6
6. Lightly coat the raisins (or other dried fruits) in flour and add to the batter.
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Step 7
7. After you have thoroughly mixed everything, let the dough rest for about two hours.
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Step 8
8. When it has risen properly, bake it for 60–70 minutes. This is an interesting way to make Easter bread in a Moulinex bread machine. Afterwards, you can glaze it with beaten egg white mixed with sugar and decorate it with sprinkles.