Breakfast

Braids of Golden Egg Bread

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This delightful bread is soft, slightly sweet, and perfect for sharing with family and friends. Its beautiful braided shape makes it as charming to look at as it is delicious to eat.

◷ 45 min Total Time

♜ 4 Servings

▥ Medium Difficulty

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Ingredients

4 servings

1 ½ cups warm water (110 to 115 degrees F/43 to 46 degrees C) 6 tablespoons honey 1 ½ tablespoons active dry yeast 6 cups bread flour, divided, or more as needed ¼ cup olive oil 4 eggs 3 tablespoons vital wheat gluten 2 tablespoons butter, softened 1 tablespoon salt

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Instructions

Step 1

Start by mixing the water, honey, and yeast in your stand mixer with the dough hook attached. Let it sit for about 10 minutes until it gets nice and foamy. Then, add 3 cups of flour, olive oil, eggs, wheat gluten, and butter to the yeast mixture. Mix everything on low speed for a couple of minutes until it starts coming together. Next, add the salt along with the remaining 3 cups of flour and keep mixing on low until it’s all incorporated. If the dough starts pulling away from the sides of the bowl, keep kneading for another 5 to 7 minutes. If it’s still sticky, sprinkle in a little extra flour, about 1/4 cup at a time, kneading for a couple more minutes after each addition until the dough feels just right and pulls away from the bowl.

Step 2

Grease a large bowl and pop your dough in there. Cover it with a damp towel and set it somewhere warm to rise until it doubles in size, usually about an hour to an hour and a half. Once it’s risen, punch it down gently and split it into two equal parts. Shape each half and place them into greased 9x5-inch loaf pans or just set them on a baking sheet. Let the loaves rise again until they puff up and double, which should take about another hour.

Step 3

When they’re ready, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the loaves for 25 to 30 minutes until they turn a beautiful golden brown. To be sure they’re done, check that the internal temperature reaches around 200°F (93°C). Let the bread cool a bit before slicing and enjoying!

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

This bread is soft, slightly sweet, and has a beautiful golden color that makes it look as good as it tastes. Its tender crumb and shiny crust make it perfect for special occasions or everyday treats. It’s a comforting loaf that brings warmth to any table.

Serving Suggestions

Enjoy slices fresh with butter, honey, or jam. It also pairs wonderfully with cheese or makes a delightful base for French toast. Serve it warm to fully appreciate its soft texture and rich flavor.

Storage Tips

Store the bread in an airtight container or plastic bag at room temperature for up to three days. For longer storage, freeze the bread wrapped tightly in foil or plastic wrap, and thaw it gently before serving.