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Colomba Pasquale is a traditional Italian Easter cake with a distinctive dove shape. This light, fluffy panettone-style bread is enriched with butter, eggs, and candied fruits, topped with sliced almonds and pearl sugar. It's a festive breakfast treat with a delicate crumb and subtle citrus notes.
Prep
30 min
Cook
40 min
Total
390 min
Servings
8 srv
Difficulty
Medium
Calories
380 kcal
For 8 serving(s)
Per serving
Mix flour, yeast, sugar, salt, and grated lemon zest in a large bowl
Gradually add warm milk and eggs, mixing until a shaggy dough forms
Knead for 10 minutes, then incorporate softened butter piece by piece until fully absorbed
Fold in candied orange peel, citron, and raisins until evenly distributed
Place dough in a greased bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and let rise at room temperature for 4 hours until doubled
Shape dough into a dove-shaped mold or loaf pan, cover, and let rise for 2 more hours
Brush with egg wash, top with sliced almonds and pearl sugar
Bake at 190°C for 35-40 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean
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