Ingredients

1 cup unbleached all-purpose flour
1/2 cup cool water
1/8 teaspoon instant yeast
2 1/4 cups unbleached all-purpose flour
1 1/4 teaspoons salt
2 teaspoons instant yeast
1/3 cup sugar
4 tablespoons unsalted butter , soft
2 large eggs
1 large egg yolk
1/4 teaspoon vanilla
1 grated large orange , rind of
1 cup confectioners ' sugar , sifted
2 tablespoons orange juice
2 tablespoons nonpareil candy sprinkles , rainbow for decorating
Easter Bread Wreath from KAF is a traditional recipe enjoyed in many families for Easter celebrations. It's a sweet bread with a hint of orange flavor, perfect for sharing with family and friends. The bread is shaped into a wreath, symbolizing the crown of thorns that Jesus wore on the cross. The colorful nonpareil candy sprinkles represent Easter eggs and new life. This bread is a beautiful and delicious centerpiece for your Easter brunch or dinner table, and it's easy to make with these step-by-step instructions.

Instructions

1.Make the sponge by combining 1 cup flour, water, and 1/8 teaspoon instant yeast in a large bowl. Mix well, cover, and let rest at room temperature for 1 hour.
2.In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 1/4 cups flour, salt, 2 teaspoons instant yeast, and sugar. Add the sponge, butter, eggs, egg yolk, vanilla, and orange rind. Mix until combined.
3.Knead the dough until it's smooth and elastic. Cover, and let it rest for at least 1 hour or overnight in the refrigerator.
4.On a floured surface, divide the dough into three equal pieces. Roll it into ropes, and braid the ropes. Form the braid into a circle, pinching the ends together. Place the braid on a lined baking sheet, cover it, and let it rise for 1 hour or more.
5.Preheat your oven to 375°F. Bake the wreath for 25 to 30 minutes, or until golden brown. Let it cool.
6.To make the icing, whisk together the confectioner's sugar and orange juice. Drizzle it over the cooled wreath, and decorate it with nonpareil candy sprinkles.

PROS

Easter Bread Wreath from KAF is a beautiful and delicious centerpiece for your Easter brunch or dinner.

This traditional recipe is easy to make and perfect for sharing with family and friends.

It’s a mildly sweet bread with a hint of orange flavor, and it looks stunning on the table with its colorful sprinkles.

CONS

This bread requires some time to prepare and to let it rise.

The nonpareil candy sprinkles may not be everyone’s cup of tea.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Although this bread is not particularly healthy, it can be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.
It contains some nutrients like protein and fiber from the flour and eggs.
The orange rind adds some vitamin C, which is good for the immune system.

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