For many of us, Easter is not only a celebration of spring but also a time for the warmth of home, family gatherings, and cherished traditions. During this festive season, the table is filled with ham, horseradish, eggs - or their vegan alternatives. And of course, the soft, fragrant braided sweet bread, or kalács, is a must-have in almost every Hungarian household.
But what if someone is gluten or lactose intolerant - or simply wants to eat more consciously? Should they miss out on these treats? Absolutely not! With a little creativity and the right ingredients, your Easter table can feature a loaf just as soft and delicious as the classic version.
What does a mindful Easter mean?
Eating consciously doesn't mean giving up your favorite dishes - it simply means being more aware of what you’re putting on your plate. Fortunately, there are now more gluten- and lactose-free alternatives than ever, so there's no need to compromise on flavor or enjoyment.
With our gluten-free flour mixture, you can easily bake sweet bread, sponge cakes, or festive desserts. And by replacing traditional sugar with sweeteners like erythritol or coconut blossom sugar, you can even keep your blood sugar more balanced during holiday feasts.
Gluten- and Lactose-Free Easter Bread Recipe
This gently sweet, fluffy loaf is completely gluten- and lactose-free - perfect for traditionalists and health-conscious guests alike!
Ingredients:
- 200 g Bake-Free Dough flour mixture
- 50 g erythritol
- 1 packet of dry yeast
- 2.5 g coconut blossom sugar
- 200 g water
Instructions:
- Mix all the ingredients in a bowl, cover, and let the dough rise in a warm place for 60 minutes.
- Divide the risen dough into 3 equal parts, and roll each into a long log shape.
- Braid the three logs into a traditional sweet bread shape, cover, and let it rest for another 10 minutes.
- Place on a baking sheet lined with silicone parchment paper.
- Bake in a preheated oven: 10 minutes at 210°C, then reduce to 180°C and bake for another 30 minutes (top and bottom heat).
- Let it cool completely before slicing and serving.
