Easter Bread Ball

Celebrate the joy of spring with this fluffy and festive Easter Bread Ball, a sweet and buttery treat perfect for your holiday table. Infused with rich vanilla and zesty orange, this golden loaf boasts a beautifully soft texture thanks to a simple yeast dough that’s kneaded until perfectly elastic. Topped with a glossy egg wash and optional colored sugar or sprinkles, this bread ball creates a show-stopping centerpiece that’s as delicious as it is decorative. With just 30 minutes of prep time, this crowd-pleasing recipe is ideal for Easter brunch or dessert, offering a delicate balance of subtle sweetness and citrusy brightness in every bite. Perfect to serve warm and fresh, it’s a recipe you’ll want to make part of your springtime traditions!

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 500 grams all-purpose flour
• 100 grams granulated sugar
• 7 grams instant yeast
• 240 milliliters whole milk
• 75 grams unsalted butter
• 2 pieces large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 tablespoon grated orange zest
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 piece egg (for egg wash)
• 1 tablespoon water (for egg wash)
• 2 tablespoons colored sugar or sprinkles (optional)

Directions

Step 1

In a small saucepan, heat the milk and butter over low heat until the butter is melted. Remove from heat and allow the mixture to cool to lukewarm.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, salt, and instant yeast.

Step 3

In the bowl with the dry ingredients, add the lukewarm milk and butter mixture, eggs, vanilla extract, and orange zest.

Step 4

Mix the ingredients together until they form a shaggy dough. Then, knead by hand or with a stand mixer fitted with a dough hook for 8-10 minutes until the dough becomes smooth and elastic.

Step 5

Transfer the dough to a lightly greased bowl, cover with plastic wrap or a clean kitchen towel, and allow it to rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until it doubles in size.

Step 6

Punch down the risen dough and shape it into a smooth ball. Place the dough ball onto a parchment-lined baking sheet.

Step 7

Cover the dough with a clean kitchen towel and let it rise again for 30-40 minutes, or until it becomes puffy.

Step 8

Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F).

Step 9

Prepare the egg wash by whisking together 1 egg and 1 tablespoon of water. Brush the risen dough evenly with the egg wash.

Step 10

If desired, sprinkle the top with colored sugar or sprinkles for a festive touch.

Step 11

Bake the bread ball in the preheated oven for 25 minutes, or until it’s golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped on the bottom.

Step 12

Remove from the oven and allow the bread to cool slightly before slicing and serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1043.7 grams (1043.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2629

Total Fat 28.00g	36%
Saturated Fat 10.00g	50%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.30g
Cholesterol 588mg	196%
Sodium 2667mg	116%
Total Carbohydrate 508.10g	185%
Dietary Fiber 16.20g	58%
Total Sugars 122.20g
Protein 81.10g	162%

Vitamin D 230IU	1150%
Calcium 470mg	36%
Iron 27mg	148%
Potassium 1232mg	26%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 9.7%

Protein: 12.4%

Carbs: 77.9%