World Flavors Cookbook

Kozunak (Easter Bread)

A sweet, braided yeast bread traditional for Orthodox Easter, often filled with raisins or walnuts.

Cuisine: Bulgaria

Ingredients

• 1kg flour
• 6 eggs
• 200g sugar
• 250ml milk
• Raisins
• Lemon zest
• Yeast

Instructions

1. Make a rich yeast dough with eggs and milk. Knead extensively.
2. Let rise until doubled. Add raisins and zest.
3. Braid the dough and let rise again. Brush with egg yolk.
4. Bake until golden brown.