GLAZED CINNAMON BRAIDS
This recipe has been a tradition in my family for many years. The red-hot candies give this bread such a yummy flavor and will be sure to be a hit in your home as well. -Georgia Stull, Harrisonville, Missouri
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 1h5m
Yield 2 loaves (12 slices each).
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. Add milk, eggs, sugar, shortening, salt and 3 cups flour. Beat until smooth. Stir in enough remaining flour to form a soft dough (dough will be sticky). , Turn onto a floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, about 6-8 minutes. Place in a greased bowl, turning once to grease the top. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 hour. Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine the pecans, red-hots, sugar and cinnamon; set aside., Punch dough down. Divide in half. On a greased baking sheet, roll out one portion into a 12x10-in. rectangle. Spread 1 tablespoon butter down the center; sprinkle with half of the pecan mixture. , 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. Repeat with remaining dough, butter and pecan mixture. Cover and let rise until doubled, about 45 minutes. , Preheat oven to 350°. Bake 25-30 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from pans to wire racks. In a small bowl, combine confectioners' sugar, vanilla and enough milk to achieve desired consistency; drizzle over loaves. Serve warm.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 233 calories, Fat 8g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 21mg cholesterol, Sodium 214mg sodium, Carbohydrate 37g carbohydrate (15g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.
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Shaking Hasan
shaking@hotmail.comThese braids are the perfect way to celebrate a special occasion.
Nak Bahadar
nbahadar38@hotmail.comI love the way these braids look when they're finished. They're so beautiful and elegant.
Ahmad. Sahed90
a.sahed901@gmail.comThese braids are the perfect way to show your loved ones how much you care.
dedan punk
p.dedan@hotmail.comI've also made these braids with different glazes, such as a maple glaze or a chocolate glaze. They're always delicious.
Misbah Faraz
f-misbah18@yahoo.comThese braids are the perfect way to use up leftover bread dough. I simply roll out the dough and then braid it together.
CLIFORD OTTI
o.c54@yahoo.comI love that these braids can be frozen. I usually make a double batch and then freeze half for later.
Lupita Dominguez
d.lupita@hotmail.comThese braids are so easy to make, I can even make them with my kids.
Autostan Technology
a91@yahoo.comI've made these braids several times now and they're always a hit. They're the perfect way to start my day.
Nitusa Tabatadze
t_nitusa20@hotmail.comThese braids are the perfect comfort food. They're warm, sweet, and delicious.
brock shaner
brockshaner46@yahoo.comI love the smell of these braids baking in the oven. It fills the whole house with a warm and inviting aroma.
Matthew Butler
b_m92@gmail.comThese braids are so beautiful, they're perfect for a party or special occasion.
ezenwaka mercy
e.m2@hotmail.comI've also made these braids with different fillings, such as apple pie filling or blueberry pie filling. They're always delicious.
kassia Mercer
mk10@yahoo.comThese braids are the perfect way to use up leftover cinnamon rolls. I simply cut the cinnamon rolls into strips and then braid them together.
Lauren Francis
l_f@yahoo.comI love that these braids can be made ahead of time. I usually make them the night before and then bake them in the morning.
Suyad_ Islam
islamsuyad_13@gmail.comThese braids are so easy to make, even for a beginner baker. I highly recommend them.
Neil S
s@aol.comI made these braids for my family and they loved them. They said they were the best cinnamon braids they've ever had.
Kateria Williams
k21@gmail.comThese braids are so soft and fluffy. They're perfect for a special breakfast or brunch.
Deni Nica
denin69@hotmail.comI love the glaze on these braids. It's the perfect amount of sweetness and it really makes the braids shine.
Alvaro Shabangu
alvaro.shabangu2@gmail.comThese glazed cinnamon braids are amazing! They're so easy to make and they taste delicious. I've made them several times now and they're always a hit.