Elevate your Easter celebration with our Spectacular Nutella Swirl Easter Bread, a luxurious take on the classic Romanian "cozonac." This recipe blends the traditional elements you love with a rich, chocolatey swirl of Nutella, making it not only a feast for the palate but also a striking centerpiece for your holiday table. With its soft, fluffy texture and mesmerizing swirls, this bread is sure to impress your guests and become a new family favorite.
Why You'll Love This:
Our Nutella Swirl Easter Bread offers an exquisite combination of sweet, bready perfection with the indulgent twist of Nutella and cocoa. It's surprisingly simple to make, yet the results are incredibly sophisticated. By using high-protein flour, you'll achieve a bread that's wonderfully elastic and perfect for holding the luscious Nutella filling. This recipe is perfect for those looking to add a modern twist to their traditional holiday fare.
Perfect Occasion:
This Easter bread is ideal for your holiday gathering, serving as a stunning dessert or a special treat alongside your main course. It's also wonderful for gifting to friends and family, beautifully wrapped in festive ribbon or rustic burlap. Whether it's enjoyed as part of your Easter brunch or as a sweet snack throughout the holiday weekend, this bread will bring joy and deliciousness to any moment.
Decoration Tips:
To make this Easter bread even more appealing, sprinkle powdered sugar lightly over the top after it has cooled. You could also drizzle it with a simple glaze made from powdered sugar and milk for an extra touch of sweetness. Garnish with edible flowers or colorful Easter-themed sprinkles for a festive touch that children and adults alike will adore.
Ingredients:
- 250 ml warm milk
- 120 g sugar
- 5 g dry yeast
- 2 eggs (1 for the dough and 1 for brushing)
- 1 tsp vanilla essence
- 521 g high-protein flour (520 g for the dough, 1 tbsp for adjusting)
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 tbsp soft butter
- 3 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
- 3 tbsp Nutella
Directions:
- Combine the warm milk, sugar, and yeast in a bowl. Let it sit until frothy, about 10 minutes.
- Add one egg and whisk well, then mix in the vanilla, most of the flour (520 g), and salt until a dough starts to form.
- Knead the dough, gradually incorporating the soft butter, until the dough is smooth and elastic.
- Divide the dough into two equal parts. Mix the cocoa powder into one half and the extra tablespoon of flour into the other half.
- Let both doughs rise in a warm place for about 2 hours until doubled in size.
- Roll out each piece of dough separately, then lay the cocoa dough on top of the plain dough. Roll slightly to seal them together.
- Spread Nutella over the top, then roll the dough tightly into a log. Seal the edges.
- Place the bread in a baking pan and let it rise again for about 30 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 180°C (356°F).
- Brush the loaf with a beaten egg and bake for 35-40 minutes, or until golden brown.
- Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Enjoy this stunning Nutella Swirl Easter Bread, a deliciously modern addition to your holiday traditions!