World Flavors Cookbook

Zopf (Braided Bread)

Name: Zopf (Braided Bread)
Cook time: 40 min
Cuisine: Switzerland
Ingredients: all-purpose flour, milk, butter, yeast, eggs, salt, sugar

A beautiful, golden-brown braided loaf made from an enriched dough of butter and milk.

Cuisine: Switzerland

Ingredients

all-purpose flour, milk, butter, yeast, eggs, salt, sugar

Instructions

Prepare an enriched yeast dough with butter and milk. Let rise until doubled. Divide dough and braid into a loaf. Brush with egg wash for a glossy finish. Bake until golden brown and it sounds hollow when tapped.