Cinnamon-Glazed Braid

Name: Cinnamon-Glazed Braid
Ingredients: 1 egg; 1/4 cup butter, softened; 3-1/2 cups bread flour; 1/3 cup sugar; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast; 1 cup confectioners' sugar; 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract; 2 to 3 tablespoons milk

10 ingredients

4 steps

Ingredients

1 egg
1/4 cup butter, softened
3-1/2 cups bread flour
1/3 cup sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast
1 cup confectioners' sugar
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 to 3 tablespoons milk

Directions

1

Place egg in a measuring cup; add enough water (70°-80°) to measure 1 cup. In bread machine pan, place egg mixture, butter, bread flour, sugar, salt and yeast in order suggested by manufacturer. Select dough setting (check dough after 5 minutes of mixing; add 1 to 2 tablespoons of water or flour if needed).
2

When cycle is completed, turn dough onto a lightly floured surface. Divide into thirds. Roll each portion into a 13-in. rope. Place ropes on a greased
3

and braid; pinch seams firmly to seal and tuck ends under. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 45 minutes.
4

Bake at 350° for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from pan to a wire rack. Cool for 10 minutes. Combine glaze ingredients; drizzle over bread.