Learn How to Make Saint Lucy Braided Bread!

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil is plant-based and dairy-free.

raisins

🥗Healthier: dried cranberries

💰Cheaper: sultanas

Dried cranberries add a tart flavor and are often less expensive.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk is lower in calories and can be used for a dairy-free option.

sliced almonds

🥗Healthier: chopped walnuts

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Chopped walnuts provide healthy fats and are often more affordable.

Mix flour, sugar, and salt in a large bowl.

Dissolve yeast in warm water and let sit until frothy, about 5 minutes.

Add melted butter, milk, eggs, and orange zest to the yeast mixture.

Combine the wet ingredients with the dry ingredients and mix until a dough forms.

Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 10 minutes until smooth and elastic.

Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place until doubled in size, about 1-2 hours.

Punch down the dough and divide it into three equal pieces.

Roll each piece into a long rope, about 12-15 inches long.

Braid the three ropes together, pinching the ends to seal.

Place the braided loaf on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

Cover and let rise again for about 30-45 minutes until puffy.

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

Brush the loaf with egg wash and sprinkle with sliced almonds and raisins.

Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped on the bottom.

Let cool on a wire rack before slicing.

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