Easy Italian Easter Cake

Looking to make a delicious and Easy Italian Easter Cake?

Look no further! My simple recipe will guide you through the process step by step, making it easy and effortless to create a light and airy cake.

Bursting with vibrant flavors and rich traditions, this cake is a true celebration of the holiday season.

This delightful treat is perfect for those who enjoy aromatic and slightly moist baked goods.

Share the love with your loved ones this Easter by treating them to this amazing cake!

But what truly sets this cake apart is the sensational combination of the milk icing and splendid decorated eggs that adorn its top.

Making the icing for your Easter cake is a breeze.

In this recipe, I use milk to create the icing, but there are 4 other options for interesting white icing that you can try.

If the icing turns out too runny, simply add more powdered sugar.

On the other hand, if it’s too thick, just add a little milk.

This icing has a delightful milky taste that resembles ice cream.

Wondering how to beautifully decorate your Easter cake?

It’s as easy as drizzling the finished cake with the white icing, sprinkling some colorful sprinkles, and adding some decorated eggs.

You can even use special labels with unique patterns to transform ordinary boiled eggs into the most beautiful Easter eggs in the world!

Give it a try and be pleasantly surprised by the results!

As you savor this tasty treat, you cannot help but feel a sense of joy as it transports you to Italy’s warm embrace during Easter festivities.

This Easy Italian Easter Cake is incredibly simple to make using common ingredients.

The combination of yogurt and soda creates a light and melt-in-your-mouth texture.

Feel free to add your favorite dried fruits and nuts to the dough for an extra burst of flavor.

You can also bake the cake in a bundt pan, allowing you to easily place a candle in the middle of it that can be lit on Easter Sunday.

With its enchanting aroma and amazing taste, this Italian Easter Cake promises to become an instant family favorite – one that will make your celebrations extra special!

how to cook Easy Italian Easter Cake?

STEP 1

To start, preheat your oven to 180⁰C (350⁰F). In a small bowl, combine dried cherries, dried cranberries, and chopped walnuts. Give it a good stir.

TIPS: Instead of going through the hassle of preparing your own assortment of dried fruits and nuts, why not try a ready-made mix of dried cherries, cranberries, and walnuts? It saves time and guarantees a perfect blend of flavors.

STEP 2

In a medium bowl, mix together flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.

STEP 3

Now, grab a large bowl and place your softened butter in it. Add sugar and beat it with a mixer at medium speed until it becomes creamy.

TIPS: If your butter is too hard, a few seconds in the microwave can soften it up and make it easier to whip.

TIPS: Instead of using butter, you can opt for good quality margarine. It works just as well! But keep in mind that margarine contains salt. So, you might want to reduce the amount of salt in the recipe. Just a little heads up!

STEP 4

Next, add the eggs one at a time to the sugar-butter mixture, making sure to mix thoroughly after each addition.

STEP 5

Slowly pour half of the yogurt into the egg-butter mixture, followed by part of the flour mixture. Then, pour in the remaining yogurt and add the rest of the flour mixture. Mix everything together with a mixer at low speed until you have a smooth dough.

STEP 6

Now it’s time to add the mixture of dried fruits and nuts to the dough. Make sure to mix it in thoroughly.

STEP 7

Grease a 25cm round bundt pan with butter and sprinkle it with flour. Pour the dough into the prepared pan and use a spatula to smooth out the top.

STEP 8

Place the pan with the dough in the preheated oven and bake for 45-50 minutes until it turns a lovely golden brown.

TIPS: Looking for some helpful advice on how to preheat your oven and prepare it for baking? Look no further than my articles “How and Why Do You Need to Preheat Oven” and “Top 7 Secrets How to Bake in Oven”.

STEP 9

Once it’s done, leave the cake in the pan for 10 minutes before removing it.

TIPS: Wondering if your cake is ready? Stick a wooden stick or toothpick into the center – if it comes out clean, your cake is done.

STEP 10

Let it cool completely on a wire rack.

STEP 11

In a small bowl, mix together powdered sugar and milk until you have a smooth icing.

TIPS: When it comes to icing, I’ve got you covered. If it’s too thick for your liking, simply add a little more milk. On the other hand, if it’s too thin, sprinkle in some powdered sugar to thicken it up.

STEP 12

Apply the icing to the finished cake.

TIPS: Now, here’s one more head up about icing. It hardens pretty quickly. So, make sure to use it right away to avoid any clumpy disasters.

TIPS: Last but not least, let’s talk about icing the cake again. For a picture-perfect finish, it’s best to ice them on a wire rack. This way, any excess icing can gracefully drip off, leaving you with a beautifully decorated treat.

STEP 13

Before the icing hardens, sprinkle some white sprinkles on top for an extra touch. To really make it festive, decorate the Easter cake with Easter eggs. Leave it at room temperature for 1-2 hours until the icing hardens completely.

STEP 14

Finally, cut Easy Italian Easter Cake into equal pieces and serve it with a nice cup of tea. Enjoy your meal!