How to Bake Easter Chicks
Mix the bread mix according to the instructions provided on the package., Divide the dough into 6 even pieces. , Shape the chicks., Line a baking or cookie sheet (tray) with parchment (baking) paper. , Place the dough ring made in the above step...
Step-by-Step Guide
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Step 1: Mix the bread mix according to the instructions provided on the package.
Knead for about 5 minutes on a floured surface.
If using your own bread dough, follow the instructions of the recipe for making it; just be sure to have the same amount as advised in the ingredients list above. -
Step 2: Divide the dough into 6 even pieces.
, For each separate piece of dough:
Remove 1/8 of the dough.
This will become the chick's head.
The larger piece forms the chick's body.
Roll both pieces of dough into a ball shape.
For the larger ball, push out a hole in the middle to make a dough ring.
This piece should look like a doughnut. ,, Dab a little beaten egg onto the base of the small ball and a little to the top of the dough ring.
Attach the small ball to the dough ring, to form the bird's head. , Push in one currant where an eye looks best.
Add a beak by pushing in two almond halves to the side of the face, in a slightly opened position. , You should have six dough chicks on the sheet now. , Allow the dough to rise in a warm place.
It needs to double in size. , Boil the eggs for 5 minutes.
Then remove from the heat and allow to cool. ,, Then, brush the dough with the remaining beaten egg. , They should sit at the top of the oven in the middle.
Bake for around 10 to 15 minutes, or until they appear golden. , Cool on a wire cooling rack. , Once cooled, use the paintbrush and good coloring to apply designs and patterns to the eggs.
This part is especially fun for children, and it doesn't matter what they paint as long as they enjoy it. , The Easter chicks are ready to serve at the table once the eggs are painted.
For display, simply add to a display, such as sitting in a pretty basket. -
Step 3: Shape the chicks.
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Step 4: Line a baking or cookie sheet (tray) with parchment (baking) paper.
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Step 5: Place the dough ring made in the above step onto the lined sheet.
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Step 6: Create the chick's face.
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Step 7: Repeat this with the remaining pieces of dough.
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Step 8: Cover the baking sheet with a greased freezer bag or a damp tea towel.
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Step 9: Prepare the eggs.
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Step 10: Preheat the oven to 230ºC
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Step 11: 450ºF.
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Step 12: Once the dough has risen to double its original size
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Step 13: press one boiled egg into each dough ring hole.
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Step 14: Place the dough chicks into the preheated oven.
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Step 15: Remove from the oven.
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Step 16: Wait for the Easter chicks to cool down completely.
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Step 17: Serve.
Detailed Guide
Knead for about 5 minutes on a floured surface.
If using your own bread dough, follow the instructions of the recipe for making it; just be sure to have the same amount as advised in the ingredients list above.
, For each separate piece of dough:
Remove 1/8 of the dough.
This will become the chick's head.
The larger piece forms the chick's body.
Roll both pieces of dough into a ball shape.
For the larger ball, push out a hole in the middle to make a dough ring.
This piece should look like a doughnut. ,, Dab a little beaten egg onto the base of the small ball and a little to the top of the dough ring.
Attach the small ball to the dough ring, to form the bird's head. , Push in one currant where an eye looks best.
Add a beak by pushing in two almond halves to the side of the face, in a slightly opened position. , You should have six dough chicks on the sheet now. , Allow the dough to rise in a warm place.
It needs to double in size. , Boil the eggs for 5 minutes.
Then remove from the heat and allow to cool. ,, Then, brush the dough with the remaining beaten egg. , They should sit at the top of the oven in the middle.
Bake for around 10 to 15 minutes, or until they appear golden. , Cool on a wire cooling rack. , Once cooled, use the paintbrush and good coloring to apply designs and patterns to the eggs.
This part is especially fun for children, and it doesn't matter what they paint as long as they enjoy it. , The Easter chicks are ready to serve at the table once the eggs are painted.
For display, simply add to a display, such as sitting in a pretty basket.
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