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Easter Bunny Cinnamon Sugar Twist Bread

A delightful and festive cinnamon sugar twist bread shaped like an Easter bunny, perfect for celebrating the holiday.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Breakfast, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

Dough
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 packet instant yeast
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup milk warmed
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter melted
  • 1 large egg
Filling
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar packed
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter softened
Topping
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 tablespoon milk for brushing

Method
 

Prepare the Dough
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine flour, yeast, sugar, and salt.
  2. Add warmed milk, melted butter, and egg. Mix until a dough forms.
  3. Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5 minutes until smooth.
  4. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let it rise for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
Prepare the Filling
  1. In a small bowl, mix together brown sugar, cinnamon, and softened butter until well combined.
Shape the Bread
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Roll out the dough into a rectangle about 1/4 inch thick.
  3. Spread the filling over the dough, then cut the dough into strips.
  4. Twist the strips and shape them into a bunny form on the prepared baking sheet.
Bake the Bread
  1. Brush the dough with milk and sprinkle with cinnamon sugar topping.
  2. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.
  3. Allow to cool slightly before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 4gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This bread is best served warm and can be enjoyed with butter or cream cheese.

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