Cream Cheese Braids(Very Good And Easy)

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   Heat sour cream over low heat; stir in sugar, salt and butter and cool to lukewarm.

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   Sprinkle yeast over warm water in large mixing bowl, stirring until yeast dissolves.

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   Add sour cream mixture, eggs and flour; mix well.

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   Cover tightly; refrigerate overnight.

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   The next day, divide dough into four equal parts; roll out each part on a well floured board into 12 x 8-inch rectangle. Spread 1/4 of cream cheese filling on each rectangle; roll up jelly roll fashion, beginning at long sides.

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   Pinch edges together and fold ends under slightly; place rolls seam side down on greased baking sheet.

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   Slit each roll at 2-inch intervals about 2/3 of the way through dough to resemble braid.

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   Cover and let rise in warm place, free from drafts, until doubled in bulk (about 1 hour).

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   Bake at 375u00b0 for 12 to 15 minutes.

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    Spread with glaze while warm.

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    Yields 4 (12-inch) loaves.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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