Cardamom Braid

Name: Cardamom Braid
Ingredients: 1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast; 1/2 cup warm water (110° to 115°); 1/2 cup warm evaporated milk (110° to 115°); 1/2 cup sugar; 1/4 cup butter, softened; 2 eggs; 4-1/2 cups all-purpose flour; 1-1/2 to 2 teaspoons ground cardamom; 1 teaspoon salt; Additional butter, melted

10 ingredients

5 steps

Ingredients

1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast
1/2 cup warm water (110° to 115°)
1/2 cup warm evaporated milk (110° to 115°)
1/2 cup sugar
1/4 cup butter, softened
2 eggs
4-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1-1/2 to 2 teaspoons ground cardamom
1 teaspoon salt
Additional butter, melted

Directions

1

In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. Add the milk, sugar, butter, eggs and 1-3/4 cups flour; beat until smooth. Combine the cardamom, salt and remaining flour; gradually add to dough (dough may seem sticky, but do not add more flour).
2

Turn onto a lightly floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, about 6-8 minutes. Place in a greased bowl, turning once to grease 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 into thirds. Shape each portion into a 20-in. rope. Place three ropes on a greased
4

and braid; pinch ends to seal and tuck under. Cover and let rise until doubled, about 1 hour.
5

Bake at 375° for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from pan to a wire rack. Brush with melted butter. Cool.