Description
A beautifully braided sweet bread infused with nutty almond flavor, topped with creamy frosting and crunchy chia seeds—perfect for breakfast or dessert.
Ingredients
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For the Dough:
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast
- 1/2 cup warm milk
- 1/4 cup melted butter
- 1 egg
- 1/2 tsp salt
For the Filling:
- 1/2 cup almond butter
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1 tsp cinnamon
For the Topping:
- 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
- 2 tbsp powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup chia seeds
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough: In a bowl, dissolve yeast and sugar in warm milk. Let sit for 5-10 minutes until foamy.
- Add flour, melted butter, egg, and salt. Knead until smooth and elastic. Cover and let rise for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
- Shape the Bread: Roll out the dough into a rectangle. Spread a mixture of almond butter, honey, and cinnamon over the surface.
- Roll into a log and slice lengthwise. Twist the two halves together and form a braid.
- Place in a greased baking pan, cover, and let rise for another 30 minutes.
- Bake: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
- Add Toppings: Mix cream cheese with powdered sugar and spread over the cooled bread.
- Sprinkle with chia seeds before serving.
Notes
- Let the bread cool slightly before adding the cream cheese topping to prevent melting.
- Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Toast leftovers for a delicious, warm treat!
