Plaited Poppy Brioche Crown

1. 1

   In a bowl, crumble yeast, add a little milk (1or 2 tablespoons) to dilute it, with a teaspoon of sugar.

2. 2

   Mix, and let it stand for 5 minutes.

3. 3

   Pour in food processor bowl with butter, flour, and eggs.

4. 4

   Mix dough for 5 to 7 minutes to obtain a uniform ball of dough. Cover the bowl with a dry cloth or plastic film. Let rise for 45 minutes, in a warm place, free of drafts.

5. 5

   Bring milk to boil in a saucepan. add ground poppy. Let stand for 10 minutes.

6. 6

   Mix butter and sugar, and then add the egg. Add to milk mixture. Stir, and set aside.

7. 7

   Preheat oven to 180 degrees Celsius.

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   Roll dough out on a lightly floured surface to form a rectangle 35 x 40 centimeters. Use a knife or a spoon to spread and cover dough with poppy mixture.

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   Roll dough tight (like a jelly roll). Cut roll in half, and wreathe the 2 parts together. Cut the 2 ends to get a clean edge and gather them to form a crown.

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    Brush with egg yolk diluted in 1 tablespoon of milk.

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    Bake for 30 minutes until golden.

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    Remove from oven. Cool.

13. 13

    Prepare icing by mixing lemon juice and powdered sugar (amounts depend on desired consistency).

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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