SWEET BRAIDED LOAVES
"This recipe was handed down from my grandmother. I make it for my family every year for Easter morning." -Diane Turner, Brunswick, Ohio
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 1h10m
Yield 2 loaves (12 slices each).
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. Add the milk, sugar, butter, eggs, salt and 3 cups flour; beat until smooth. Stir in enough remaining flour to form a soft dough. Stir in raisins., Turn onto a floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, about 6-8 minutes. Place in a greased bowl, turning once to grease the top. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 hour., Punch dough down. Turn onto a lightly floured surface; divide dough into six portions. Shape each into a 12-in. rope. Place three ropes on a greased baking sheet and braid; pinch ends to seal and tuck under. Repeat with remaining ropes. Cover and let rise until doubled, about 45 minutes., Brush with egg; sprinkle with almonds. Bake at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown. Cool on wire racks.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 194 calories, Fat 6g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 46mg cholesterol, Sodium 93mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 5g protein.
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Jaden Lockwood
[email protected]These loaves are the perfect comfort food. They're always there for me when I need a pick-me-up.
The Record Breaker
[email protected]I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's the perfect way to satisfy my sweet tooth without feeling guilty.
cadyns seaton
[email protected]These loaves are a great way to show your loved ones how much you care. They're the perfect gift for any occasion.
Lesang Mogaetsho
[email protected]I love the way these loaves smell while they're baking. They fill the whole house with a delicious aroma.
Mis Parvin
[email protected]These loaves are the perfect size for a snack or a light breakfast. They're also great for packing in lunches.
yas pro
[email protected]I love that this recipe is so easy to follow. I'm not a very experienced baker, but I was able to make these loaves without any problems.
Usman Dada
[email protected]These loaves are so delicious, I could eat them every day. They're the perfect combination of sweet and savory, and the glaze is the perfect finishing touch.
Malachi Ibekwe
[email protected]I've been making these loaves for years, and they're always a crowd-pleaser. They're perfect for any occasion, from a casual brunch to a holiday dinner.
Mikayla Grant
[email protected]These loaves are a great way to use up leftover dough. I often make a double batch of dough and use half of it to make these loaves. They're always a hit with my family and friends.
Angel Jordan
[email protected]I'm a huge fan of braided loaves, and this recipe is one of my favorites. The dough is so easy to work with, and the loaves always turn out perfectly. I highly recommend this recipe!
Khan Khilji
[email protected]These loaves are so beautiful, they're almost too pretty to eat. But once you take a bite, you won't be able to stop! They're so soft and fluffy, and the glaze is the perfect finishing touch.
Niyaz Muhammad
[email protected]I love the versatility of this recipe. I've made it with different fillings, such as cinnamon sugar, chocolate chips, and fruit. They're always delicious!
Sha'Niyah Johnson
[email protected]These loaves are perfect for a special occasion breakfast or brunch. They're also great for freezing, so I can always have some on hand when I need a quick and easy treat.
Zanjbeel Manshoor
[email protected]I'm not much of a baker, but I decided to give this recipe a try. I'm so glad I did! The loaves turned out great, and they were so easy to make. I'll definitely be making these again.
Bhooral Khan
[email protected]These sweet braided loaves were a big success at my church potluck. They were gone in minutes! I'll definitely be making them again for my next party.
Maksuda Diya
[email protected]I made these loaves for my family, and they loved them! The dough was easy to work with, and the loaves braided up beautifully. The glaze added a nice touch of sweetness. I will definitely be making these again.
Alicia Carter
[email protected]I've been looking for a good recipe for sweet braided loaves for a while, and this one is definitely a keeper! The instructions were easy to follow, and the loaves turned out perfectly. They were so delicious, I couldn't stop eating them!
Nidah Lakay
[email protected]These sweet braided loaves were a hit at my recent brunch party! They were so soft and fluffy, and the glaze gave them a beautiful golden crust. I'll definitely be making these again soon.