APRICOT BRAIDS

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"These lovely yeast braids are light and tender and have a delightful apricot filling," writes Paula Wipf from Arlington, Virginia. "They're very popular with family and friends."

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h20m

Yield 3 braids.

Number Of Ingredients 13

2-1/4 cups chopped dried apricots
1-1/2 cups water, divided
1-1/2 cups packed brown sugar
5-1/2 to 6 cups all-purpose flour
3/4 cup sugar
3 packages (1/4 ounce each) active dry yeast
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup butter, softened
3 eggs, beaten
GLAZE:
1 cup confectioners' sugar
1 to 2 tablespoons milk
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • In a saucepan, bring apricots and 1/2 cup water to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer until water is absorbed and fruit is tender, about 20 minutes. Transfer to a food processor; add brown sugar. Cover and process until smooth., In a bowl, combine 2 cups of flour, sugar, yeast and salt. In a saucepan, heat butter and remaining water to 120°-130°. Add to dry ingredients; beat just until moistened. Add eggs; beat until smooth. Stir in enough remaining flour to form a soft dough., Turn onto a floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, about 6-8 minutes. Place in a greased bowl, turning once to grease top. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 40-45 minutes., Punch dough down; divide into thirds. On greased baking sheets, roll out each portion into a 12x8-in. rectangle. Spread filling down the center of each rectangle. On each long side, cut 1-in.-wide strips about 2 in. into center. Starting at one end, fold alternating strips at an angle across filling. Pinch ends to seal. Cover and let rise for 30 minutes., Preheat oven to 375°. Bake 20-25 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from pans to wire racks to cool. Combine glaze ingredients; drizzle over braids.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 220 calories, Fat 4g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 29mg cholesterol, Sodium 128mg sodium, Carbohydrate 44g carbohydrate (24g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

Addo Elizabeth
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These braids were a disaster! The dough was too sticky and the filling was too runny. I ended up throwing the whole thing away.


Mst.Hosneara Akter
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These braids were a bit dry, but the filling was delicious. I think I would add a little more butter to the dough next time.


ismail kabanle
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I loved these braids! They were so easy to make and they tasted amazing. The filling was so flavorful and the braids were just the right amount of doughy and flaky.


Sartaj Abbasi Sartaj Abbasi
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These braids were easy to make and they tasted delicious! The filling was the perfect balance of sweet and tart. I will definitely be making these again.


Blue Bunny
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I followed the recipe exactly and the braids turned out great! The only thing I would change is to add a little more sugar to the filling. Other than that, they were perfect.


taimoor ahmed
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These braids were a bit more work than I expected, but they were definitely worth it! The filling was amazing and the braids were so beautiful. I will definitely be making these again for special occasions.


G. Lillow
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I made these apricot braids for a brunch party and they were a huge success! Everyone loved them and they were gone in no time. The braids were easy to make and the filling was delicious.


Rasel Siam
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These apricot braids were a hit with my family! They were so easy to make and turned out so beautiful. The filling was the perfect balance of sweet and tart, and the braids were just the right amount of doughy and flaky. I will definitely be making t