Best Cinnamon Glazed Braid Recipes

CINNAMON-GLAZED BRAID

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After tasting an unforgettably delicious bread in a Portland deli, I set out to duplicate the recipe so I could make it at home. I came up with this tender braid that my wife and I often make for church potlucks and to give as a gift. -Ken Lang, Dayville, Oregon

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 40m

Yield 1 loaf (1-1/2 pounds).

Number Of Ingredients 11

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
CINNAMON GLAZE:
1 cup confectioners' sugar
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 to 3 tablespoons milk

Steps:

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

Nutrition Facts : Calories 165 calories, Fat 3g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 21mg cholesterol, Sodium 182mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

CINNAMON-GLAZED BRAID RECIPE

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How to make Cinnamon-Glazed Braid Recipe

Provided by @MakeItYours

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

Ingredients
1 egg
1/4 cup butter, softened
3-1/2 cups bread flour
1/3 cup Imperial Sugar® / Dixie Crystals® Granulated Sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast
CINNAMON GLAZE:
1 cup confectioners' sugar
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 to 3 tablespoons milk

Steps:

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).
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 baking sheet and braid; pinch seams firmly to seal and tuck ends under. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 45 minutes.
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. Yield: 1 loaf (1-1/2 pounds).