BRAIDED EGG LOAF

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We like to make egg loaf at Easter time. This is a soft, tasty home-made bread recipe that is sure to become one of your family's favourites.

Provided by Ranikabani

Categories     Yeast Breads

Time 2h30m

Yield 2 loaves

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 (1/4 ounce) package yeast
5 cups flour
1 teaspoon salt
1/3 cup sugar
1 1/4 cups hot water (over 120 F)
1/3 cup soft margarine
2 large eggs
3 -5 drops yellow food coloring
2 tablespoons margarine, melted
1 egg yolk, blended with
1 tablespoon milk
1 1/2 tablespoons sesame seeds or 1 1/2 tablespoons poppy seeds

Steps:

  • In a big mixing bowl, combine the 1 1/2 cups flour, and salt.
  • Add yeast to hot water and sugar together and when the yeast dissolves add it to the flour mixture above.
  • Pour in the water and beat until it's smooth.
  • Fold in the soft margarine, eggs and food colouring.
  • Add remaining flour (a little at a time) to make a soft dough.
  • On a floured board, knead until it's smooth and elastic.
  • Grease a big bowl.
  • Brush top of dough with melted margarine.
  • In a warm spot, let it rise for about 1 1/2 hours.
  • Punch dough down and knead it again on the floured board.
  • Divide the dough into two equal balls.
  • Then divide each ball into 3 smaller pieces and roll each of these pieces into"ropes".
  • Braid the ropes to form 2 small loaves.
  • Cover and let loaves rise until double in size.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Brush the loaves with the egg yolk mixture and sprinkle with sesame seeds/poppy seeds.
  • Bake for 25-30 minutes until the loaves sound hollow when thumped.

mdnishat hasan
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I'm so glad I found this recipe! It's the perfect way to use up leftover eggs and it's so delicious.


Mdshakib 4321
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always been a hit. It's a great way to use up leftover eggs and it's perfect for breakfast, lunch, or dinner.


kate sanni
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This recipe was a total disaster. The loaf never rose and it was completely inedible.


Alfredo Romero
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I'm not sure if I did something wrong, but my loaf turned out really flat.


Journey Basic
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This recipe was a bit of a disappointment. The loaf didn't rise properly and it was very dense.


Jonatham Sims
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I thought this recipe was just okay. The loaf was a bit dry and the flavor was nothing special.


Official Coal n Queenie TV
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Overall, this was a good recipe. It was easy to follow and the loaf turned out well. However, I found it to be a bit bland. I think I'll try adding some herbs or cheese next time.


kwalms
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This recipe is way too complicated. I ended up just making a simple egg bread instead.


Eric Best
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I'm not sure what went wrong, but my loaf didn't rise properly.


Mangala Jayanath
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I followed the recipe exactly and my loaf turned out dense and heavy.


Rojma Khatun
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This bread was a bit dry for my taste.


Madiha Adeel555
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My family loved this recipe! It was a great way to use up some leftover eggs.


Micheal adonye Jaja
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I love this recipe! It's so versatile and can be used for so many different meals.


Mike Hawk
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Wow! This bread was amazing! It was so easy to make and it turned out so perfect.


Faisal Hassan
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This recipe is a keeper! The loaf was so moist and flavorful. I will definitely be making it again.


Washington Kariuki
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I was looking for a new egg bread recipe and this one caught my eye. I'm so glad I tried it! It was so easy to make and the loaf turned out so beautiful.


Kelsea Davis
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This loaf was delicious! I added some chopped chives and bacon to the batter and it was a perfect savory breakfast bread.


Ob Official
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I've made this recipe several times now and it's always a success. It's a great way to use up leftover eggs and it's perfect for breakfast, lunch, or dinner.


Amal Fatima
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This braided egg loaf was a hit at my brunch party! It was so easy to make and turned out beautifully. Everyone loved the savory flavor and the soft, fluffy texture.


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