APRICOT PINEAPPLE BRAID
Our family can't wait for Christmas morning, knowing this fruit-filled favorite will be on the table. I make several extras for our friends' breakfasts, too.
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 1h20m
Yield 2 loaves.
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine 2 cups flour, sugar, yeast and salt. In a saucepan, heat the water, milk and butter to 120°-130°. Add to dry ingredients; beat until moistened. Beat in eggs until smooth. Stir in enough remaining flour to form a stiff 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., Meanwhile, combine the filling ingredients in a large saucepan. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 10-15 minutes or until thickened. Cool. , Punch dough down. Turn onto a lightly floured surface; divide in half. Roll each half into a 16x8-in. rectangle. Place on greased baking sheets., Spoon filling down the lengthwise center third of each rectangle. On each long side, cut 1-in.-wide strips about 2-1/2 in. into center. Starting at one end, fold alternating strips at an angle across filling. Pinch ends to seal and tuck under. Cover and let rise until doubled, about 30 minutes. , Bake at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from pans to wire racks to cool. , For glaze, combine the confectioners' sugar, vanilla and enough milk to achieve desired consistency. Drizzle over warm braids.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 163 calories, Fat 2g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 18mg cholesterol, Sodium 140mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (19g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.
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Taito Ramana
r_t59@yahoo.comI'm giving this recipe 5 stars because it's delicious and easy to make. I will definitely be making it again.
Kendrix Smith
s-k14@gmail.comThis braid was the perfect ending to our Easter dinner. It was light and fluffy, with just the right amount of sweetness.
king yuuzuf
yuuzuf49@gmail.comI've been looking for a new braid recipe and this one is perfect. It's easy to make and the results are stunning.
Nicholas Nordstrom
nnordstrom18@hotmail.frI'm not a baker, but this recipe was so easy to follow. The braid turned out beautifully and tasted delicious.
Mohammad waseem
w-mohammad66@yahoo.comI made this braid for my husband's birthday and he loved it. He said it was the best dessert I've ever made.
Nokuthula Prudence
nokuthulap74@yahoo.comThis braid was a bit time-consuming to make, but it was definitely worth the effort. It was a showstopper at my party!
_chrispy_ j
j__6@yahoo.comI'm so glad I found this recipe. It's a delicious and easy way to use up leftover fruit.
Yusuf Kabiru
k11@aol.comThis recipe is a keeper! I can't wait to try more recipes from AliceRecipes.com.
Bikash Chand
chand-b@yahoo.comThe braid was beautiful and tasted even better than it looked. My family loved it!
Theonne Raihven Guevara
theonne.r85@hotmail.comI've made this braid several times now and it always comes out perfect. It's become my go-to dessert for potlucks and bake sales.
Layek Talukder
talukder-layek@hotmail.frThis recipe was easy to follow and the braid turned out beautifully. It was a great way to impress my guests.
Kiran Malla
kiran.m@yahoo.comThe combination of flavors in this braid was amazing - tangy, sweet, and a hint of spice. It was the perfect dessert to end a special meal.
Maryann Faucher
faucher_m55@hotmail.comWow! This Apricot Pineapple Braid was a huge hit at my last dinner party. Everyone raved about how delicious and unique it was.