Delicious Easter Kraffins Recipe

In a bowl, combine the **warm milk**, **instant yeast**, **3 tablespoons of flour** from the total amount, and a **pinch of sugar**. Mix well, cover with plastic wrap, and let it sit in a warm place for about **10 minutes** until frothy.

In a separate bowl, beat together **2 eggs**, **lemon zest**, **salt**, **sugar**, and **softened butter**. Once combined, add the frothy yeast mix. Gradually sift in the flour while kneading the dough. Knead for about **10 minutes** until it feels soft and slightly sticky; if too sticky, lightly oil your hands and work surface rather than adding more flour.

Grease a bowl with **vegetable oil** and place the dough inside, cover it with plastic wrap and a towel. Let it rise in a warm place for **1 hour**, or until it has doubled in size.

If using dried cherries, chop them to smaller pieces. For raisins or cherries that need plumping, soak them in hot water for about **10 minutes**. Drain and let dry if soaked.

Once the dough has risen, punch it down and divide it into **3 equal pieces**, approximately **220 grams (7.7 ounces)** each. Place them on an oiled plate, cover with plastic wrap, and let rest for about **5 minutes**.

On a floured surface, roll each piece of dough into a **rectangle** about **2 millimeters thick** (very thin). Spread **softened butter** over one side, then evenly distribute the dried fruits. Roll the dough tightly into a log, but keep one edge uncut.

Slice the log into **2 sections** without cutting all the way through. Twist the two sections outward into a spiral shape and stack them on top of each other to form the kraffin.

Transfer the formed kraffins into a greased baking pan, cover with a towel, and let them rise for an additional **30-40 minutes**. Preheat your oven to **170°C (340°F)** and bake for about **25 minutes** or until golden brown.

Your delicious **kraffins** are ready! Once cooled, dust with **powdered sugar** and store them in an airtight container to keep them fresh. Enjoy your festive treat! 🤍