4 c. sifted flour
4 tsp. baking powder
4 eggs
1 c. sugar
4 raw colored eggs
Pinch salt
1/2 c. butter
1/4 c. orange juice
1 tsp. vanilla
Colored sprinkles

Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Lightly grease a baking sheet.

In a large bowl sift together flour, baking powder, and salt. Cut in butter; add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Add orange juice, sugar, and vanilla; mix until dough is soft and manageable.

Knead for 10 minutes. Place in bowl; cover and let stand for 10 minutes. Sprinkle flour on cutting board. Divide dough evenly, forming 2 ropes. Weave ropes to form a circle.

Insert colored eggs in between ropes. Seal the ends together. Place on prepared baking sheet; brush with egg yolk.

Decorate with colored sprinkles. Bake in 375 degree oven for 45 minutes or until golden brown. Serves 12.