Zopf (Swiss Braided Bread)

1. 1

   Dissolve the yeast in warm milk in a large bowl and let it sit until creamy, about 10 minutes.

2. 2

   Add egg yolk and butter, then 2 cups bread flour; stir well to combine.

3. 3

   Stir in the remaining flour, 1/2 cup at a time, beating well after each addition.

4. 4

   When the dough comes together, turn it out onto a lightly floured surface and knead until smooth and elastic, about 8 minutes.

5. 5

   Divide the dough into 3 equal portions and roll each into a 14-inch-long rope.

6. 6

   Braid the ropes and place the braid on a lightly greased baking sheet.

7. 7

   Cover with a damp cloth and let rise until doubled in size, about 1 hour.

8. 8

   Meanwhile, preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).

9. 9

   Beat the egg white and water together in a small bowl.

10. 10

    Brush the risen loaf with the egg wash and bake in the preheated oven until golden, 20 to 25 minutes.

• Calories 181.95 kcal Moderate
• Protein 7.22 g Moderate
• Carbs 30.52 g Moderate
• Total Fat 2.48 g Low Source
• Saturated Fat 1.44 g Moderate
• Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
• Cholesterol 20.62 mg Moderate
• Sodium 24.58 mg Low Source
• Fiber 1.36 g Low Source
• Sugar 1.42 g Low Source
• Added Sugar 0.06 g Low Source
• Calcium 37.4 mg Low Source
• Iron 1.5 mg Low Source
• Potassium 45.21 mg Low Source
• Vitamin A 24.83 mcg_rae Low Source
• Vitamin C 0.0 mg Low Source
• Vitamin D 0.55 mcg Low Source

Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.

• Eggs 🥚
• Milk 🥛
• Wheat 🌾
• Gluten