Sweet Lemon Cheese Braid
The Sweet Lemon Cheese Braid is a popular dessert in many European countries, especially during festive occasions like Easter.
This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 70 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 11.
Sweet Lemon Cheese Braid
Ingredients
Instructions
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In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, salt, and yeast.
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Heat milk and butter in a small saucepan until butter is melted.
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Pour the milk mixture into the dry ingredients and mix until a dough forms.
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Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5 minutes until smooth and elastic.
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Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let it rise for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
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In a separate bowl, mix cream cheese, powdered sugar, lemon zest, vanilla extract, and lemon juice until smooth.
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Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
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Roll out the dough into a rectangle.
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Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly on the dough.
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Fold the dough in half lengthwise and cut slits along the folded edge.
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Twist the dough to create a braid-like shape.
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Transfer the braid to a baking sheet and let it rest for 15 minutes.
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Bake for 25 minutes or until golden brown.
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Allow the braid to cool before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 8
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 350kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 15g24%
- Total Carbohydrate 45g15%
- Sugars 20g
- Protein 8g16%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.
