Sweet Lemon Cheese Braid

"One of my favorite morning treats! Prep time includes rising time."
 
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Ready In:
2hrs 25mins
Ingredients:
16
Yields:
1 braid
Serves:
10-12
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ingredients

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directions

  • In a mixing bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water; let stand for 5 minutes.
  • Add sugar, milk, butter, eggs, salt and 2 cups flour.
  • Beat on low speed for 3 minutes.
  • Stir in enough of the remaining flour to form a soft dough.
  • Knead on a lightly floured surface until smooth and elastic, about 6-8 minutes.
  • Place in a greased bowl, turning once to grease top. (*I use butter-flavored crisco for this. But butter might work also.).
  • Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 hour or so.
  • Meanwhile, beat filling ingredients in a mixing bowl until fluffy, set aside.
  • Punch dough down when doubled.
  • On a floured surface, roll into a 14"-12" rectangle.
  • Place on a greased baking sheet. (I use butter-flavored cooking spray).
  • Spead filling down center, (center third), of rectangle. (Longways.).
  • On each side of filling, cut 1" wide strips, 3" 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.
  • Combine icing ingredients, drizzle over bread.

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