DELIGHTFUL HOLIDAY BREAD
The first time I made this braided bread for Christmas, everyone loved it. In fact, when my sister-in-law came for a visit the following July, she asked me to teach her to make it. -Cheri Neustifter of Sturtevant, Wisconsin
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 1h10m
Yield 1 loaf (24 slices).
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. Add the eggs, sugar, extract, oil, salt and 4 cups flour; beat until smooth. Stir in enough remaining flour to form a soft dough (dough will be sticky). , Turn onto a lightly floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, about 6-8 minutes. Place in a large bowl coated with cooking spray; turn once to coat top. Cover and let rise until doubled, about 1 hour. , Punch dough down; turn onto a lightly floured surface. Divide into thirds; shape each portion into a 20-in. rope. Place ropes on a large baking sheet coated with cooking spray; braid. Pinch ends together, forming a round loaf. Cover and let rise until doubled, about 40 minutes. , Beat egg and water; brush over loaf. Sprinkle with sugar and almonds. Bake at 350° for 30-35 minutes or until golden brown. Remove to a wire rack.,
Nutrition Facts : Calories 147 calories, Fat 2g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 20mg cholesterol, Sodium 154mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.
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Adreana Fennell
[email protected]This bread is delicious! I love the combination of spices and nuts.
Ewaoluwa Sophie Agbogun
[email protected]This is the best holiday bread I've ever had! I will definitely be making it again next year.
Adnan king
[email protected]This bread is a bit dense for my taste, but it's still good.
richardkid.89 kori3214
[email protected]I love the unique flavor of this bread. It's perfect for a special occasion.
Nafiu Hammed
[email protected]This bread is a bit too sweet for my taste, but it's still good.
Lokkikanto Biswas
[email protected]I've never made bread before, but this recipe was easy to follow and the bread turned out great! I'm definitely going to make it again.
althaf althaf
[email protected]This bread is perfect for the holidays. It's festive and delicious.
Marie Kandeh
[email protected]I found this recipe to be a bit bland. I added some extra spices and nuts, and it was much better.
Leon Barthers
[email protected]This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's worth the effort. The bread is so delicious and unique.
Amaad Kabeer
[email protected]I've made this bread several times now, and it's always a hit. It's so moist and flavorful. I love that it's not too sweet.
Nyasha Jonasi
[email protected]Easy to follow recipe, and the bread turned out great! My family loved it!
Wisdom Mount
[email protected]Wow! This bread is absolutely delicious! The texture is perfect, and the flavor is amazing. I love the combination of spices and nuts. This bread is definitely a keeper!