Brush loaf with egg wash. At first glance this loaf might look like an almond studded challah or brioche but finnish pulla has something extra that makes it stand out from these two rich breads. In a small saucepan heat 1 1 2 cups milk butter and honey to 120 130. This beautiful braided loaf will disappear quickly among family and friends. This authentic sweet treat tastes great with coffee on a cold day.
I halved the recipe and made it in the bread machine increasing the cardamom to 1 tsp per loaf and used 2 1 4 tsp of instant yeast instead of active dry. Sprinkle with pearl sugarand almonds. Just before putting the braid in the oven i brushed it with milk and sprinkled on coarse sugar. Form into a loaf shape and place into a greased 9x5 inch bread pan. Place ingredients using 1 1 2 teaspoons yeast in baking pan following manufacturer s directions.
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Bake according to manufacturer s directions using light. Let it rise glaze with milk sprinkle with sugar and bake as directed. I covered it loosely with foil after 20 minutes to prevent over browning. Bread machine loaf 1 lb 500 g. When the bread machine indicates that the cycle has ended remove the dough and knead slightly.
When the bread machine indicates that the cycle has ended remove the dough and knead slightly. Bake according to manufacturer s directions using light. If the braiding intimidates you or just doesn t work for you take the three balls and place them side by side into a 9 x 5 inch bread pan. I halved the recipe and made it in the bread machine increasing the cardamom to 1 tsp per loaf and used 2 1 4 tsp of instant yeast instead of active dry. Stir in the remaining flour 1 2 cup at a time beating well after each addition.
Bread machine loaf 1 lb 500 g. Brush loaf with egg wash.
