Cinnamon-Glazed Braid Recipe

By PatN

Ingredients

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

Details

Servings 16
Adapted from tasteofhome.com

Preparation

Step 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).
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).