Apple Filled Coffee Braid

Directions

1. 1
   In a large mixing bowl, dissolve the yeast in the warm water.
2. 2
   Add butter, sugar, eggs and salt; beating well.
3. 3
   Stir in the flour and knead until a smooth, satiny dough is formed.
4. 4
   Cover and refrigerate overnight.
5. 5
   Cut dough into 3rds.
6. 6
   Roll each portion out to form a 10x12 sheet.
7. 7
   Divide sheet of dough into 3 equal strips (each will be about 3 inches wide).
8. 8
   Spoon about 2 tbsp apple filling down the length of each strip.
9. 9
   Fold dough over filling to seal filling inside.
10. 10
    Braid the 3 strips together to make one loaf.
11. 11
    Repeat for remaining 2 portions of dough.
12. 12
    Place on greased cookie sheet.
13. 13
    Cover and let rise about 1 to 1 1/2 hours or until puffy and almost doubled.
14. 14
    Mix egg and milk.
15. 15
    Brush mixture over loaves.
16. 16
    Bake at 375 for 20 to 25 minutes or until golden.