Description
A light and fragrant Easter cake with exquisite flavors of citrus and anise.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup whole milk, warm
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 3 large eggs
- 1 tbsp active dry yeast
- 1 tsp anise seeds or 1 tbsp anise liqueur
- Zest of 1 lemon
- Zest of 1 orange
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Activate the yeast by combining warm milk, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for 10 minutes.
- Mix flour, remaining sugar, salt, lemon zest, orange zest, and anise seeds in another bowl.
- Whisk eggs, melted butter, and vanilla extract in a separate bowl, then add the yeast mixture.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients to form a soft dough and knead for 10 minutes.
- Place dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let it rise in a warm area for 2-3 hours.
- Punch down the dough, shape it into a loaf, and place it in a greased round pan. Let it rise for 1 more hour.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Brush the dough with a beaten egg.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes until golden brown and a skewer comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool completely and dust with powdered sugar before serving.
Notes
Store in an airtight container to keep it fresh.
- Prep Time: 1 hour
- Cook Time: 35-40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
Nutrition
- Calories: 250 kcal per slice
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Protein: 6 g