LEMON CHEESE BRAID BREAD

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This recipe came form my mom, who is an excellent cook. It always gets rave reviews. Although fairly simple to make, when you finish you'll feel a sense of accomplishment because it tastes delicious and looks so impressive.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 55m

Yield 12-14 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast
3 tablespoons warm water (110° to 115°)
1/3 cup 2% milk
1/4 cup sugar
1/4 cup butter, melted
2 large eggs
1/2 teaspoon salt
3 to 3-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
FILLING:
11 ounces cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup sugar
1 large egg
1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
ICING:
1/2 cup confectioners' sugar
1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 to 3 teaspoons 2% milk

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. Add the milk, sugar, butter, eggs, salt and 2 cups flour; beat on low speed for 3 minutes. Stir in enough of 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., Meanwhile, in a small bowl, beat all the filling ingredients until fluffy; set aside. , Punch dough down. Turn onto a lightly floured surface; roll into a 14x12-in. rectangle. Place on a greased baking sheet. Spread filling down center third of rectangle. On each long side, cut 1-in.-wide strips, 3-in. into center. Starting at one end, fold alternating strips at an angle across filling. Seal end. Cover and let rise for 30 minutes., Bake at 375° for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown. Cool on a wire rack. Combine confectioners' sugar, vanilla and enough milk to achieve drizzling consistency; drizzle over warm bread.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 284 calories, Fat 13g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 80mg cholesterol, Sodium 201mg sodium, Carbohydrate 37g carbohydrate (16g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

KS MUSIC
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This was the best lemon cheese braid bread I've ever had!


Frank Barrin
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This bread is a must-try! It's so flavorful and moist.


Amar Bhata
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and it always turns out perfect.


Vance Mcdavis
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This bread was delicious! The lemon glaze was the perfect finishing touch.


Axn 199
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This bread was AMAZING! It was so easy to make and it turned out so beautiful. The lemon flavor was perfect and the cream cheese filling was smooth and creamy. I will definitely be making this again.


Lumi Verrett
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This bread was a little dry for my taste, but the lemon glaze helped to make it more moist. Overall, it was a good recipe and I would make it again with a few adjustments.


Asavela Ngamlana
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This was my first time making a braided bread and it turned out great! The instructions were easy to follow and the bread was delicious. I'll definitely be making this again.


Ivor Hamann
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I love this recipe! The bread is soft and fluffy, and the lemon glaze is the perfect balance of sweet and tart. I'll definitely be making this again.


Raheel Siddiqui
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This bread was a bit more challenging to make than I expected, but it was worth the effort. The end result was a beautiful and delicious loaf of bread that was perfect for a special occasion.


SANGAT Jameel jani
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I've made this bread twice now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The lemon flavor is subtle and not overpowering, and the cream cheese filling is smooth and creamy. Definitely a keeper!


Amara Amakom
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This lemon cheese braid bread was a hit at my last brunch party! It was so easy to make and turned out beautifully. The lemon glaze was the perfect finishing touch.