Best Braided Almond Herb Bread Recipes

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DELICIOUS ALMOND BRAIDS



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Similar to an almond crescent, this coffee cake is light and flaky with a rich almond center. It's so versatile you can serve it for dessert, breakfast or brunch. It will taste as if it was made from scratch at a bakery, yet the packaged puff pastry makes the recipe quick and easy. —Gina Idone, Staten Island, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch

Time 55m

Yield 2 braids (6 servings each).

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 package (7 ounces) almond paste
1/2 cup butter
1/2 cup sugar
1 large egg, room temperature
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 package (17.3 ounces) frozen puff pastry, thawed
GLAZE:
3/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon confectioners' sugar
2 tablespoons 2% milk
1/2 teaspoon almond extract
1/4 cup sliced almonds, toasted

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°. Place the almond paste, butter and sugar in a food processor; cover and pulse until chopped. Add egg and flour; process until smooth., Place puff pastry sheets onto a greased baking sheet. Spread half of the filling mixture down the center third of 1 pastry sheet. On each side, cut 8 strips about 3-1/2 in. into the center. Starting at 1 end, fold alternating strips at an angle across filling. Pinch ends to seal. Repeat with remaining pastry and filling., Bake until golden brown, 30-35 minutes. Remove to a wire rack to cool completely., Combine the confectioners' sugar, milk and almond extract. Drizzle over braids; sprinkle with almonds. Cut into slices to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 430 calories, Fat 25g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 38mg cholesterol, Sodium 197mg sodium, Carbohydrate 49g carbohydrate (22g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

GARLIC-HERB BRAID



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Savory flavors of rosemary, dill, garlic and basil blend beautifully in this homey loaf that goes with almost any main dish. Get ready for oohs and aahs when you bring this tender and impressive braid to the table! -Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 40m

Yield 1 loaf (16 slices).

Number Of Ingredients 13

4 to 4-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
3 tablespoons sugar
2 packages (1/4 ounce each) quick-rise yeast
2 teaspoons dried basil
1-3/4 teaspoons dill weed
1-1/2 teaspoons salt
3/4 teaspoon garlic powder
3/4 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed
3/4 cup 2% milk
1/2 cup water
1/4 cup butter, cubed
1 large egg, room temperature
1 tablespoon butter, melted

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine 1-1/2 cups flour, sugar, yeast and seasonings. In a small saucepan, heat the milk, water and cubed butter to 120°-130°. Add to dry ingredients; beat just until moistened. Add egg; beat until smooth. Stir in enough remaining flour to form a soft dough., Turn onto a floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, 4-6 minutes. Cover and let rest for 10 minutes., Divide dough into thirds. Shape each into a 15-in. rope. Place ropes on a greased baking sheet, and braid; pinch ends to seal and tuck under. Cover and let rise until doubled, about 25 minutes., Bake at 375° for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown. Brush with melted butter. Remove from pan to a wire rack to cool. Freeze option: Securely wrap and freeze cooled loaf in heavy-duty foil. To use, thaw at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 169 calories, Fat 5g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 24mg cholesterol, Sodium 257mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

BRAIDED ITALIAN HERB BREAD



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A beautifully braided bread with a delicious blend of basil, oregano, rosemary, and garlic powder that is sure to please!

Provided by Nerice Photography

Categories     Bread     Yeast Bread Recipes     White Bread Recipes

Time 1h25m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 14

4 ½ cups all-purpose flour, divided
3 tablespoons white sugar
2 (.25 ounce) packages active dry yeast
2 teaspoons dried basil
1 ½ teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon dried oregano
¾ teaspoon garlic powder
¾ teaspoon dried rosemary
¾ cup milk
½ cup water
4 tablespoons butter
1 egg
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon dried basil

Steps:

  • Combine 1 1/2 cups flour, sugar, yeast, basil, salt, oregano, garlic powder, and rosemary in a large bowl.
  • Combine milk, water, and butter in a small microwave-safe bowl. Heat in a microwave until butter melts, about 30 seconds. Pour over the flour mixture; beat until dough is just moistened. Add egg; beat until smooth. Stir in remaining 3 cups flour to form a soft dough.
  • Turn dough onto a floured surface such as a large cutting board or countertop. Knead until smooth and elastic, about 4 minutes. Cover and let rest for 10 minutes.
  • Divide dough into thirds. Shape each piece into a 15-inch rope. Transfer ropes to a greased baking sheet. Braid together. Pinch ends to seal; tuck under the braid. Cover and let rise until doubled, about 25 minutes.
  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Brush top of the braid with olive oil and sprinkle with basil.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown, 20 to 25 minutes. Cool on the baking sheet, or remove to a wire rack.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 294.8 calories, Carbohydrate 48.7 g, Cholesterol 32.3 mg, Fat 7.5 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 7.7 g, SaturatedFat 3.6 g, Sodium 398.5 mg, Sugar 4.9 g

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