Description
Easter Bunny Bread is a whimsical and sweet addition to your holiday celebrations, combining soft, fluffy bread with delightful flavors. Shaped like a cheerful bunny and adorned with colorful sprinkles, this bread not only serves as a festive centerpiece but also brings joy to both kids and adults. The aroma of freshly baked Bunny Bread will fill your home, making it irresistible for everyone at your Easter brunch.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup whole milk
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 packet (2 ¼ teaspoons) active dry yeast
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ¼ cup melted butter
- Easter-themed sprinkles (optional)
Instructions
- Warm milk in a saucepan until lukewarm. Combine with sugar and yeast in a mixing bowl; stir gently and let sit until bubbly.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour and salt. Gradually mix in the yeast mixture and melted butter until combined.
- Knead dough on a floured surface for about 10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Place dough in an oiled bowl, cover with a towel, and let rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
- Punch down the risen dough, divide into portions, shape into a bunny body and ears, then arrange on a baking sheet.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown. Cool slightly before glazing.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg