Mona De Pascua (traditional Catalan Easter Cake)

Mona de Pascua is a traditional Catalan Easter cake that is typically enjoyed during the Easter holiday season. This sweet and festive cake is often decorated with hard-boiled eggs and colorful ribbons, making it a visually stunning addition to any Easter celebration.

Mona De Pascua (traditional Catalan Easter Cake)

Ingredients

  • 4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1/2 cup olive oil
  • 4 eggs
  • 1 lemon (zest)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 packet dry yeast

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, mix the flour, sugar, and salt.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, olive oil, eggs, lemon zest, and vanilla extract.
  3. Add the dry yeast to the wet ingredients and mix well.
  4. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until a dough forms.
  5. Knead the dough on a floured surface for 5-7 minutes, then place it in a greased bowl, cover with a towel, and let it rise for 1 hour.
  6. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  7. After the dough has risen, divide it into two equal portions and shape each portion into a round loaf.
  8. Place the loaves on a baking sheet, make a small indentation in the center of each loaf, and gently place a hard-boiled egg into each indentation.
  9. Bake for 30-40 minutes, or until the loaves are golden brown and sound hollow when tapped on the bottom.
  10. Let the cakes cool before decorating with colorful ribbons.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
30 minutes
Cooking time:
40 minutes
Total time:
1 hour
Cooking method
Oven

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
250 per serving
Carbohydrates
35g
Protein
5g
Fat
10g

Supplies

Baking sheet Mixing bowls Whisk Measuring cups and spoons Bread knife

Tools

Oven Towel

Serving suggestions

Serve the Mona de Pascua with a cup of hot chocolate for a delightful Easter treat.

Tips & tricks

For a decorative touch, you can dye the hard-boiled eggs before placing them on the cake.

Cost

$10