PINEAPPLE CHEESE BRAID

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Folks are always pleasantly surprised by this bread's pineapple filling. When in a hurry, I'll use canned pie filling.-Shirley Kensinger, Roaring Spring, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h10m

Yield 2 loaves.

Number Of Ingredients 19

2 packages (1/4 ounce each) active dry yeast
1 cup warm water (110° to 115°)
1/2 cup butter, softened
5 tablespoons sugar
2 large eggs
1/4 teaspoon salt
4-1/4 to 4-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
PINEAPPLE FILLING:
1 can (8 ounces) crushed pineapple, undrained
1/2 cup sugar
3 tablespoons cornstarch
CREAM CHEESE FILLING:
2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened
1/3 cup sugar
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
ICING (optional):
1 cup confectioners' sugar
2 to 3 tablespoons milk

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in water. Add butter, sugar, eggs, salt and 2 cups flour; beat on low speed for 3 minutes. 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 45 minutes. , For pineapple filling, combine the pineapple filling ingredients in a saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat; reduce heat to medium. Cook and stir until thickened. Cool. In a bowl, combine cream cheese filling ingredients; mix well. , Punch dough down. Divide dough in half. On a floured surface, roll each portion into a 15x9-in. rectangle. Place on greased baking sheets. Spread the cream cheese filling lengthwise down center third of each rectangle. Spread the pineapple filling on top. , On each long side, cut 1-in. wide strips 3 in. into center. Starting at one end, fold alternately strips at an angle across filling. Seal ends. Cover and let rise for 20 minutes. , Bake at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown. Cool. If desired, combine icing ingredients and drizzle over braids. Store in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 185 calories, Fat 7g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 35mg cholesterol, Sodium 90mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

Mikayla Gauci
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I loved this pineapple cheese braid! The crust was flaky and the filling was gooey and sweet. The combination of the pineapple and cream cheese was perfect. I will definitely be making this again.


yassen alhassan
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This pineapple cheese braid was a real crowd-pleaser! I made it for a party and everyone loved it. The braid was easy to make and the instructions were clear and concise. I will definitely be making this again.


Kelsie Hall
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The pineapple cheese braid was a hit at my party! The sweet and tangy filling was the perfect complement to the flaky crust. I will definitely be making this again.


Krish Krish
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This pineapple cheese braid was a delicious and easy-to-make treat. I loved the combination of the sweet pineapple and the tangy cream cheese. I will definitely be making this again for my friends and family.


Shakir Ahmed
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I loved this pineapple cheese braid! The crust was flaky and the filling was gooey and sweet. The combination of the pineapple and cream cheese was perfect. I will definitely be making this again.


Jesse Branum
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This pineapple cheese braid was a real crowd-pleaser! I made it for a party and everyone loved it. The braid was easy to make and the instructions were clear and concise. I will definitely be making this again.


Eric walugada
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I made this pineapple cheese braid for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the sweet and tangy flavor of the filling. The braid was also very easy to make. I will definitely be making this again.


Anya Wardwell
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This pineapple cheese braid was so easy to make and it turned out so delicious! The crust was flaky and the filling was gooey and sweet. I loved the combination of the pineapple and cream cheese. I will definitely be making this again.


Spongebop Pigzanator
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The pineapple cheese braid was a delicious and easy-to-make treat. The combination of the sweet pineapple and the tangy cream cheese was perfect. I loved the flaky crust and the gooey filling. I will definitely be making this again.


Jennifer atkinson
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This pineapple cheese braid was a delicious and easy-to-make treat. I loved the combination of the sweet pineapple and the tangy cream cheese. I will definitely be making this again for my friends and family.


Paul Chomba
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This pineapple cheese braid was a delicious and festive treat. I made it for a holiday party and it was a big hit. The braid was easy to make and the instructions were clear and concise. I will definitely be making this again.


Chacha Hafidi
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. This pineapple cheese braid was a huge hit at my potluck. It was easy to make and everyone loved it. I will definitely be making this again.


Abdikadir Jama
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This pineapple cheese braid was a delicious and easy-to-make treat. I loved the combination of the sweet pineapple and the tangy cream cheese. I will definitely be making this again for my friends and family.


Nazeer Khan Jakhrani
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I've made this pineapple cheese braid several times now and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make and it's always delicious. I love the sweet and tangy flavor of the pineapple and the creamy cheese filling. It's the perfect treat for any occasion.


Ricky Rod
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This was a great recipe! The pineapple cheese braid turned out perfect. The crust was flaky and the filling was gooey and sweet. I will definitely be making this again.


Mabhena Yibozza
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This pineapple cheese braid was a delicious and festive treat. I made it for a holiday party and it was a big hit. The braid was easy to make and the instructions were clear and concise.


Irfan Zarin
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I'm not usually a fan of pineapple, but this braid changed my mind! The pineapple filling was sweet and juicy, and the cheese filling was creamy and flavorful. The braid was also very easy to make. I will definitely be making this again!


Lucky Ebimo
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This pineapple cheese braid was a hit at my party! The sweet and tangy pineapple filling paired perfectly with the creamy cheese filling. The braid was also very easy to make, thanks to the step-by-step instructions. I will definitely be making this