Abby’s French Bread Braids

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 1

Abby's French Bread Braids are a tasty homemade bread perfect for any meal or snack

by The Chefin Bread

Prep

20 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

55 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

3 loaves

Calories

Sugar

0.5g

Fat

0.7g

This homemade bread recipe by Abby makes three beautiful loaves of French bread braids. This bread requires some patience, but the reward is perfectly baked and aromatic bread that will surely impress anyone who tries it. French Bread Braids are versatile and perfect for any occasion, from breakfast to dinner or for snacking. The flavor is classic fresh bread with a crunchy crust and a tender interior. This recipe is sure to become a family favorite.

Instructions

1.	In a large bowl, mix 2 cups flour, sugar, salt and yeast.
2.	Heat 2 cups water and shortening in a saucepan until warm and shortening has melted.
3.	Add water mixture to the flour mixture and beat well.
4.	Add enough remaining flour to form a soft dough. Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 6-8 minutes.
5.	Place the dough in a greased bowl, turning the dough to grease the top. Cover and let rise in a warm place for approximately 30 minutes.
6.	Punch down dough and divide into thirds. Roll each into three thin 14-inch strips. Braid three strips together and pinch ends together. Repeat with the other two portions of dough. Place loaves on greased baking sheets and let rise in a warm place for another 15 minutes.
7.	Mix egg white and tablespoon of water; brush on loaves. Make three diagonal cuts, 2-inches apart on each loaf.
8.	Preheat oven to 375 degrees F and bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown. The bread should sound hollow when tapped.

PROS

Abby’s French Bread Braids are easily customizable with added herbs or cheese for even more flavor.
The bread has a crunchy exterior and fluffy interior making it perfect for a variety of uses.

This bread is perfect for serving with soups, sandwiches or as a snack.

CONS

This bread can be high in carbohydrates and should be enjoyed in moderation.

French bread braids are best enjoyed within a day or two fresh from the oven.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This bread included ingredients such as flour which provides a good source of carbohydrates for energy. It also has small quantities of other nutrients like phosphorus, iron and vitamin E.

	4 3/4 - 5 3/4 cups flour
	1 tablespoon sugar
	3 teaspoons salt
	2 packages dry yeast
	2 cups water
	2 tablespoons shortening
	1 tablespoon water
	1 egg white