Paska Bread

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1

   {'id': 'step_0', 'step': 1, 'text': 'Proof yeast in 1/2 cup warm water in a large bowl until slightly frothy, about 5 to 10 minutes.'}

2. 2

   {'id': 'step_1', 'step': 2, 'text': 'Meanwhile, dissolve 1/2 cup sugar in warm milk; allow to cool to lukewarm. Once cooled, add milk mixture to yeast mixture along with 4 cups of flour. Mix well with a wooden spoon. Cover and put in a dark, warm place until the mixture is bubbly and doubled in size, about 2 hours.'}

3. 3

   {'id': 'step_2', 'step': 3, 'text': 'Stir in beaten eggs, 1/2 cup sugar, 1 cup butter, salt, and lemon zest until well blended. Gradually add remaining flour, one cup at a time, to form a very soft dough.'}

4. 4

   {'id': 'step_3', 'step': 4, 'text': 'Knead dough on a floured board until soft and elastic, about 10 minutes. Place dough in a greased bowl, turning to coat all sides. Cover bowl with plastic wrap and allow to rise in a warm place until doubled, about 2 hours. Punch dough down, and allow to rise again for 30 minutes.'}

5. 5

   {'id': 'step_4', 'step': 5, 'text': 'Divide dough into three parts and shape into slightly rounded loaves, and place on greased baking sheets. Let rise until doubled, about 45 minutes to 1 hour. Beat 1 egg with 1 tablespoon water; brush onto loaves.'}

6. 6

   {'id': 'step_5', 'step': 6, 'text': 'Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).'}

7. 7

   {'id': 'step_6', 'step': 7, 'text': 'Bake in preheated oven until loaves are deep golden brown, 45 to 50 minutes. Once they are done, brush the tops with melted butter for a soft crust.'}

📊 Nutrition Facts

Per serving (18 servings total)