For many Italians and Italian-Americans, this sweet delicious bread was a must during Easter-time. Keep the traditions going by making ricotta Easter bread this year!
INGREDIENTS
- 3/4 cup plain or butter-flavored shortening, room temperature
- 1-1/2 cups sugar
- 3 large eggs, room temperature
- 3 large egg yolks, room temperature
- 1 cup whole-milk ricotta cheese
- 1 teaspoon almond extract (or flavor of choice)
- 6 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup 2% milk
GLAZE
- 1-1/2 cups confectioners’ sugar
- 3 tablespoons 2% milk
- 1/2 teaspoon almond extract (or flavor of choice)
- Sliced toasted almonds or assorted sprinkles
