enriched dough Recipes
5 delicious enriched dough recipes from around the world
Colomba Pasquale
Colomba Pasquale, or Easter Dove Cake, is a traditional Italian sweet bread shaped like a dove, symbolizing peace. It shares similarities with panettone, featuring a rich, enriched dough studded with candied fruits and topped with a crunchy almond glaze. This recipe requires significant time for dough development and proofing, making it a rewarding challenge for experienced bakers.
Kulich (Russian Easter Bread)
Kulich is a traditional tall, sweet, enriched yeast bread, essential for Orthodox Easter celebrations. It's often decorated with white icing and sprinkles.
Panettone
A traditional Milanese Christmas bread, characterized by its tall, domed shape and rich, airy crumb studded with candied citrus peel and raisins. This is a challenging but rewarding bake.
Conchas
Iconic Mexican sweet bread, known for its soft, enriched dough and a distinctive, sweet sugar topping scored to resemble seashell patterns. A beloved breakfast staple.
Pan de Muerto (Bread of the Dead)
A traditional sweet, soft, and aromatic Mexican bread, typically enjoyed during the Day of the Dead (Día de Muertos) celebrations from November 1st to 2nd. This enriched dough is flavored with orange zest and orange blossom water, and shaped with decorative 'bones'.