BLUSHING APPLE BRAID
Every Christmas for the past 20 years, I've been making and giving these braids as gifts to shut-ins, special friends and teachers.
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 55m
Yield 3 loaves.
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. Add the buttermilk, butter, sugar, baking powder, salt, eggs and 2-1/2 cups flour. Beat on medium 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. Roll each into a 13-in. x 9-in. rectangle. Place on greased baking sheets. Remove apples from pie filling. Discard remaining filling or save for another use. , Place a third of the apples down the center third of each rectangle. Sprinkle with a third of the red-hots. On each long side, but 1 in.-wide strips to the center to within 1/2 in. of the filling. 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 1 hour. , Bake at 375° for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown. Cool for 2-3 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks to cool. , For glaze, combine sugar and enough water to achieve desired consistency. Drizzle over breads. Decorate with candied cherries if desired.
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Daxy
[email protected]Avoid this recipe at all costs!
Md Moynul
[email protected]I would not recommend this recipe to anyone.
venetia mcneill
[email protected]This recipe was a disaster! The braid fell apart when I tried to braid it and the apples were completely mushy.
Aron morales Aron Bob
[email protected]I'm not sure what went wrong, but my braid turned out a complete mess. I think I'll stick to buying apple braids from the store from now on.
Milyas Khan
[email protected]I was disappointed with this recipe. The apples were not cooked through and the braid was not very flavorful.
Amelia Shimelt
[email protected]I found this recipe to be a bit too complicated. I think it would be better suited for an experienced baker.
Farzeen Malik
[email protected]The braid was a little dry.
James Onyia
[email protected]This apple braid was a little too sweet for my taste.
bangla
[email protected]I've made this apple braid several times now and it's always a hit. It's a great recipe to have in your back pocket for when you need a quick and easy dessert.
Hader Gujjer
[email protected]I made this apple braid for my husband's birthday and he loved it! He said it was the best apple braid he's ever had.
Nelson Ozoji
[email protected]This apple braid is a perfect fall dessert. It's warm and comforting, and the apples are the perfect addition.
Jiniya Sultana
[email protected]I'm not a big baker, but this recipe was so easy to follow. I was so happy with the results!
Diya Shoaib
[email protected]The apples in this braid were so juicy and flavorful. I loved the combination of the apples and the cinnamon.
helen okoro
[email protected]This recipe was easy to follow and the braid turned out beautifully.
Albert Sibweche
[email protected]I made this apple braid for a potluck and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it.
Hshs Gshs
[email protected]This apple braid was a hit with my family! The apples were perfectly cooked and the braid was so flaky and delicious. I will definitely be making this again.