Braided Bread Made with Frozen Bread Dough

strong white bread flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Whole wheat flour increases fiber content.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil provides healthy fats.

egg

🥗Healthier: flaxseed meal

💰Cheaper: water + cornstarch

Flaxseed meal serves as a binding agent.

Take one frozen loaf of bread dough out of the freezer and let it thaw.

Cut the thawed dough into three equal pieces.

Roll each piece into a long log shape.

Braid the three logs together by alternating the pieces, pinching the ends to secure them.

Prepare an egg wash by beating one egg with one tablespoon of water.

Brush the egg wash over the braided dough.

Sprinkle Italian seasoning over the top of the dough.

Cover the braided dough with a clean cloth and let it rise in a warm place until it doubles in size.

Preheat the oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.

Bake the bread for 25 to 30 minutes, checking underneath to ensure it is cooked to your liking.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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