Paska
Paska is a traditional sweet bread that fills your home with warmth and joy. With its golden crust and soft, fluffy interior, this delightful loaf is perfect for any occasion—from holiday celebrations to cozy Sunday brunches. Experience the pleasure of baking Paska as you gather loved ones around the table to share slices drizzled with honey or slathered in butter.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Traditional
Ingredients
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- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 tbsp instant yeast
- 1 cup warm milk (110°F)
- ½ cup softened butter
- 4 large eggs (room temperature)
- Zest of 1 lemon or orange (optional)
- ½ cup dried fruits (raisins or currants, optional)
Instructions
- Warm milk in a small saucepan until just steamy. Sprinkle yeast on top and let it bloom for about 5 minutes until foamy.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, and salt.
- Add the yeast mixture, eggs, and softened butter to the dry ingredients. Stir until combined; dough will be sticky.
- Transfer dough to a floured surface and knead for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Place dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let rise in a warm area for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Punch down the risen dough and shape it into loaves or braids. Place on lined baking sheets.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown. Let cool before slicing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (70g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Enhance flavor by adding spices such as cardamom or cinnamon. For added texture, incorporate nuts or different dried fruits. Store leftover Paska in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days.