Easter Bread in the Bread Machine

Celebrate the season with this delightful *Easter Bread in the Bread Machine*, a fuss-free take on a traditional holiday classic! This soft, slightly sweet bread boasts a tender crumb, enriched with milk, butter, eggs, and a hint of vanilla and lemon zest for a bright, citrusy aroma. The addition of optional raisins offers a pop of fruity sweetness, making each slice irresistible. Designed for convenience, this recipe allows your bread machine to handle the kneading, rising, and baking steps, ensuring foolproof results with minimal effort. Perfect for Easter brunch or as a festive treat, this golden, aromatic loaf is as beautiful as it is delicious. Serve with a pat of butter or a drizzle of honey, and enjoy the warmth of springtime flavors in every bite!

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:180 mins

Total Time:190 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 0.75 cup Milk
• 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 2 large Eggs
• 0.33 cup Granulated sugar
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
• 3 cups All-purpose flour
• 2.25 teaspoons Instant yeast
• 0.5 cup Raisins (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Warm the milk until lukewarm but not hot (about 100-110°F or 38-43°C) to avoid killing the yeast.

Step 2

Add the milk, melted unsalted butter, eggs, granulated sugar, salt, vanilla extract, and lemon zest to the bread machine pan in the order recommended by the manufacturer (typically liquids go in first).

Step 3

Add the flour, making sure it covers the liquid ingredients completely.

Step 4

Create a small well in the center of the flour and add the instant yeast. Ensure the yeast does not come into contact with the liquid ingredients before mixing begins.

Step 5

If adding raisins, wait until your bread machine indicates it is time to add mix-ins (typically after the first kneading cycle) and add them at that time.

Step 6

Select the 'Sweet Bread' or equivalent cycle on your bread machine, and set the crust color preference (light or medium recommended). Start the machine.

Step 7

Once the bread machine completes the cycle, carefully remove the bread pan using oven mitts and gently turn the loaf out onto a cooling rack.

Step 8

Allow the bread to cool completely before slicing and serving. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze for longer storage.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	684.2 grams (684.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2407

Total Fat 61.70g	79%
Saturated Fat 31.90g	160%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 496mg	165%
Sodium 1360mg	59%
Total Carbohydrate 413.60g	150%
Dietary Fiber 15.40g	55%
Total Sugars 118.50g
Protein 55.80g	112%

Vitamin D 82IU	410%
Calcium 180mg	14%
Iron 21mg	114%
Potassium 1270mg	27%

*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: 22.8%

Protein: 9.2%

Carbs: 68.0%