Sweet Braided Loaves Recipe

Name: Sweet Braided Loaves
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast; 1/4 cup warm water (110u00b0 to 115u00b0); 1 cup warm 2% milk (110u00b0 to 115u00b0); 1/2 cup sugar; 1/2 cup butter, softened; 3 eggs; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 5-1/2 to 6 cups all-purpose flour; 1 cup golden raisins; 1 egg, lightly beaten; 2 tablespoons sliced almonds

Servings: persons

1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast
1/4 cup warm water (110u00b0 to 115u00b0)
1 cup warm 2% milk (110u00b0 to 115u00b0)
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup butter, softened
3 eggs
1/2 teaspoon salt
5-1/2 to 6 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup golden raisins
1 egg, lightly beaten
2 tablespoons sliced almonds

1
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.
2
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.
3
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
4
and braid; pinch ends to seal and tuck under. Repeat with remaining ropes. Cover and let rise until doubled, about 45 minutes.
5
Brush with egg; sprinkle with almonds. Bake at 350u00b0 for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown. Cool on wire racks.

979

kcal

Calories

Fat

126

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast, 1/4 cup warm water (110u00b0 to 115u00b0), 1 cup warm 2% milk (110u00b0 to 115u00b0), 1/2 cup sugar, and more.

Yes, Sweet Braided Loaves falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Sweet Braided Loaves

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