Caramel Braid (Sweet Bread)
The caramel braid is a popular sweet bread in many cultures and is often enjoyed with a cup of coffee or tea.
This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 115 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 10.
Caramel Braid (Sweet Bread)
Ingredients
Instructions
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In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, yeast, and salt.
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In a small saucepan, heat milk and butter until butter is melted. Let it cool slightly.
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Add milk mixture, eggs, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Mix until a dough forms.
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Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for about 5 minutes, until smooth and elastic.
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Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a clean kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
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Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
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Punch down the dough and divide it into 3 equal parts. Roll each part into a long rope.
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Braid the ropes together and transfer to a greased baking sheet.
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Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown.
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Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes.
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Drizzle caramel sauce over the braid and sprinkle with chopped pecans.
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Serve warm and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Servings 8
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 320kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 12g19%
- Total Carbohydrate 48g16%
- Sugars 24g
- Protein 6g12%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.
