Cardamom Braids

Name: Cardamom Braids
Ingredients: 1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast; 1-1/2 cups warm whole milk (110° to 115°), divided; 1 cup sugar, divided; 3 large eggs yolks, room temperature, lightly beaten; 1/2 cup butter, softened; 1 tablespoon ground cardamom; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 5 to 6 cups all-purpose flour; 2 tablespoons whole milk

9 ingredients

6 steps

Ingredients

1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast
1-1/2 cups warm whole milk (110° to 115°), divided
1 cup sugar, divided
3 large eggs yolks, room temperature, lightly beaten
1/2 cup butter, softened
1 tablespoon ground cardamom
1/2 teaspoon salt
5 to 6 cups all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons whole milk

Directions

1

In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in 1/2 cup warm milk. Add 3/4 cup sugar, egg yolks, butter, cardamom, salt, 3 cups of flour and remaining warm milk; beat until smooth. Stir in enough remaining flour to form a soft dough.
2

Turn onto a floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, 6-8 minutes. Place in a greased bowl, turning once to grease top. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1-1/4 hours.
3

Punch dough down; divide into 6 pieces. Shape each piece into a 16-in. rope. Place 3 ropes on a greased
4

; braid. Pinch ends firmly and tuck under. Repeat with remaining 3 ropes on another
5

. Cover and let rise until doubled, about 45 minutes.
6

Brush braids with milk and sprinkle with remaining sugar. Bake at 350° until golden brown, 25-30 minutes. Remove to wire racks to cool.