Mayors Braid (Borgmeister Krans)

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   Almond Filling: Beat almond paste, butter, and sugar in a small bowl until smooth and well blended.

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   Roll dough on floured surface to a 30 x 9 inch rectangle; cut lengthwise into three strips.

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   Spread filling down center of each strip, dividing evenly.

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   Fold edges of strips over filling to enclose filling completely.

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   Press ends of the three filled strips together; braid; press other ends of strips together.

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   Ease braid onto an ungreased cookie sheet.

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   Join ends together to make a ring, about 9 inches in diameter.

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   Let rise in a warm place 45 minutes or until doubled in bulk.

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   Brush with egg.

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    Sprinkle generously with sugar and almonds.

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    Place in a hot oven at 400 degrees F; lower heat immediately to 350F (180C).

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    Bake 40 minutes or until puffed and golden; remove to wire rack; cool.

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    Cut into wedges to serve.

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    NOTE: You may want to place a collar of foil around it just before baking to keep it more compact.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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