SWEET SESAME BREAD

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Provided by Taste of Home

Time 50m

Yield 1 loaf (12 slices).

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 tablespoon active dry yeast
1/2 cup warm water (110° to 115°)
1/4 cup butter, softened
1/4 cup sugar
2 eggs
3 tablespoons instant nonfat dry milk powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon crushed aniseed
2-1/2 to 3 cups all-purpose flour
TOPPING:
1 egg
1 tablespoon milk
2 tablespoons sesame seeds
2 tablespoons chopped almonds
2 tablespoons sugar

Steps:

In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. Add the butter, sugar, eggs, milk powder, salt, aniseed and 2 cups flour. Beat on low speed for 3 minutes. Stir in enough remaining flour to form a soft dough. , Turn onto a 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. , Punch dough down. Turn onto a lightly floured surface; divide into thirds. Shape each into a 15-in. rope. Place ropes on a greased baking sheet; braid. Pinch ends to seal and tick under. Cover and let rise until doubled, about 45 minutes. , Beat egg and milk; brush over braid. Sprinkle with sesame seeds, almonds and sugar. Bake at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from pan to a wire rack to cool. Serve warm or at room temperature.

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