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The Traditional Italian Easter Colomba Recipe – Simona of Walks of Italy

 

Skip the store-bought Colomba and treat your guests to a yummy homemade one instead!

Similar to the popular panettone, this sweet cake is a staple in every Italian household around Easter time.

Check out this delicious and easy-to-follow recipe by Simona of Walks of Italy!

You will need:

• 3 Cups of Flour
• 2/3 Cup of Sugar
• 1 1/2 Tbsp of Yeast
• A Pinch or 2 of Salt
• 2 Eggs & 1 Egg Yolk
• 2/3 Cup of Butter (Room Temperature)
• 3 Tbsp of Whole Milk
• 1 Teaspoon of Vanilla Extract

For the top of the Colomba, you will need:

• 1 Egg White
• 1 Tbsp of Sugar
• Almonds (Roasted are preferred)

 

What are some of your favourite Easter sweets? We’d love to hear them in the comments.

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Sources:
Main Photo and Video by Walks Youtube Channel

 

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