Almond Filled Braid

1. 1

   Dissolve yeast in warm water.

2. 2

   Mix together milk, sugar, and salt, and add to yeast mixture.

3. 3

   Stir in butter and eggs.

4. 4

   Add 1/2 Celsius flour and beat well.

5. 5

   Add enough of remaining flour to handle easily and knead until smooth and elastic, about 5 minutes.

6. 6

   Place in a greased bowl and turn once.

7. 7

   Cover with a damp cloth and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 1/2 hours.

8. 8

   Punch down and let rise again until almost double, about 30 minutes.

9. 9

   Roll into a 8 by 14 inch rectangle and place on a greased baking sheet.

10. 10

    Spread almond filling down the center of the dough about 2-3 inches wide.

11. 11

    On both sides of filling make 1 1/2-2 inch cuts one inch apart down the length of the rectangle.

12. 12

    Take one strip at a time and alternating sides cross them at the center of the filling.

13. 13

    Bake at 350 F until golden brown, about 15-20 minutes.

14. 14

    If desired, sprinkle with powdered sugar before serving.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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