Description

This Eastern European Easter cake is a rich, sweet bread, and a very traditional part of Easter celebrations. These towering cylindrical cakes are made with a buttery yeast dough enriched with eggs, milk, and sugar. After baking to a golden brown, the cake is crowned with a light chocolate glazing. Families gather to share these festive cakes after the long fast, symbolizing the joy and abundance of the Easter season in Eastern European culture.