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Sweet yeasted braids: fluffy pastries you can master the first time

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Sweet yeasted braids: fluffy pastries you can master the first time recept

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  • Easy to prepare
  • 9 portions
  • 120 minutes
Jan, 16. 12. 2025
Sladké kynuté copánky

Homemade yeasted braids are the kind of pastry that will fill the whole kitchen with aroma and disappear from the tray before they cool. A delicate, tender crumb and golden crust brushed with sweetened condensed milk create a flavor that recalls childhood Sundays at Grandma’s. If you follow a few simple steps, the dough will succeed even for beginners.

For 9 portions

Ingredients

For the dough:

For finishing:

Preparation procedure

  • Yeast activation Stir the yeast and sugar into the warm milk. Let sit for 10–15 minutes until a foam forms on the surface. The yeast will awaken and the dough will then rise easily.
  • Preparing the dough Add the eggs, vanilla sugar and salt to the mixture. Gradually add the sifted flour and work into a soft, slightly sticky dough. Finally work in the softened butter until fully incorporated. Cover the bowl with a towel or cling film and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour.
  • Shaping the braids Divide the risen dough into 9 equal portions (approx. 105 g). Roll each into a log and braid three together into a classic braid. Press the ends firmly to hold the shape. Place the braids on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, cover and let rest for another 15 minutes.
  • Baking Brush with the beaten egg. Bake in a preheated oven at 180 °C for about 25 minutes, until golden.
  • Finishing Immediately brush the hot braids with sweetened condensed milk. It will be absorbed into the crust and the pastry will become even softer and more fragrant.

Quick info

  • Servings: 9 braids

  • Preparation time: 25 minutes

  • Proofing time: 1 hour + 15 minutes before baking

  • Baking time: 25 minutes

  • Total time: approx. 2 hours

Tips and recommendations

  • If the eggs are straight from the fridge, let them warm to room temperature for 5–10 minutes — the dough will then rise better.

  • Do not add extra flour to the dough, the braids would become tough.

  • In summer the dough rises faster, in winter it may need more time.

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