Hungarian Braided White Bread

Name: Hungarian Braided White Bread
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 1 h
Total time: 2 h 30 min
Yield: 1 loaf
Ingredients: 1 (.25 ounce) package active dry yeast; 1 ¾ cups warm milk (110 degrees F/45 degrees C); 1 egg yolk; 2 eggs; 2 tablespoons white sugar; 2 teaspoons salt; 5 cups all-purpose flour; 1 tablespoon poppy seeds; 1 egg, beaten

Rating: 4.68 stars

57 Ratings
63 Reviews
17 Photos

A beautiful loaf to see and even more wonderful to eat.

By J.P.K.

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Recipe Summary test

prep:

30 mins

cook:

1 hr

additional:

1 hr

total:

2 hrs 30 mins

Servings:

Yield:

1 loaf

Nutrition Info

Ingredients

Original recipe yields 12 servings

The ingredient list now reflects the servings specified

1 (.25 ounce) package active dry yeast
1 ¾ cups warm milk (110 degrees F/45 degrees C)
1 egg yolk
2 eggs
2 tablespoons white sugar
2 teaspoons salt
5 cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon poppy seeds
1 egg, beaten

Directions

Step 1
In a small mixing bowl, dissolve yeast in warm milk. Let stand until creamy, about 15 minutes.

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Step 2
Mix the egg, egg yolks, sugar, and salt. In a large mixing bowl, combine the yeast mixture with the egg, egg yolks, sugar, salt and 3 cups of the flour; stir until well combined. Add the remaining flour, 1/2 cup at a time, stirring well after each addition. When the dough has pulled together, turn it out onto a lightly floured surface and knead until smooth and supple, about 8 minutes.
Step 3
Turn out onto a floured bread board, and cut into 2 equal parts. Form into cylindrical loaves; let rest for 20 minutes. Divide each loaf in half and roll into a long rope for braiding. Fasten the 4 ends together. Braid. End by fastening the ends, and turning each end under the loaf. Place on cookie sheet, and cover with a towel until doubled in size, about 40 minutes.
Step 4
Brush risen loaf with a beaten egg and sprinkle with poppy seeds. Bake at 400 degrees F (200 degrees C) for 15 minutes. Reduce heat to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) and bake for an additional 45 minutes, or until golden brown.

Nutrition Facts

Per Serving:

245 calories; protein 8.7g; carbohydrates 44.1g; fat 3.2g; cholesterol 72.9mg; sodium 419.8mg. Full Nutrition

Reviews (63)

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BUTTERCUP369

08/11/2003

This was the first time I made bread without using my breadmaker....and it was very good. It looked very "fresh from the bakery"...my whole family loved it. I didn't bake it nearly as long as suggested...it turned golden brown very quickly Read More

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Mary Lou

03/09/2006

I made this only without the poppy seeds. It was a very nice looking loaf and turned out to be much much larger than I had expected (this makes a good sized loaf). If I made this again I would defnitely half the recipe. This was good right out of the oven but the leftovers did not fare so well; it took on a very chewy tough texture the next day and I had to throw it out. Read More

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57 Ratings

5 star values: 43
4 star values: 10
3 star values: 4
2 star values: 0
1 star values: 0

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BUTTERCUP369

08/11/2003

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PECCAVI

03/14/2005

GREAT recipe! Most excellent flavor. Looks too pretty to slice into! I brushed 2 tablespoons of soft butter all over the top(s) as soon as the loaf(s) came out of the oven. Since the basics of kneading, rising and braiding are not included; I would suggest the novice baker do a little research on these three fundamental elements of baking bread, before tackling this recipe. I know the rest of us will include this delicious bread in our favorites file. Thanks so much for sharing. Peccavi P.S. Don't forget to lightly grease your cookie sheet before placing your braided dough on it for the last "rise". Anyone that's stumped trying to braid a four strand, see my Profile for my email address. I'll send step-by-step instructions. Read More

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VISIDONNA

08/11/2003

This Hungarian Braided White Bread is the best ever. Hungarian Food is the best of all. So many different things to cook. This bread is great:) Read More

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SEVERINEG

08/11/2003

This bread was good but I would suggest to reduce the baking time,the crust got a little bit hard. I recommend it for special occasions, it looks great on the table! Read More

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Antoinette

04/11/2003

This was a great suprise for my Hungarian husband. The kids enjoyed helping me make this and we all enjoyed eating it. Very easy to get a nice texture from this recipe! Read More

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(15)

STARRCHILDE

09/25/2005

This was a fantastic recipe - yielding a very yummy bread. I added vanilla to give it more flavor and liberally sprinkled on poppy seeds as my family loves them. The bread was a bit doner than I like at 30 minutes I would suggest checking after 25. Read More

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Mary Lou

03/09/2006

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Aquarianrose

03/23/2008

This is the first time I ever tried to make bread. I chose something of my ancestry and it came out perfectly! It was delicious and looked like a pro had made it! Ha ha! Easy and great tasting. No editing at all- followed the recipe exactly! Read More

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Football Mom

06/14/2007

I have made this numerous times now...comes out tasting awesome everytime and I don't change a thing. Which is unusual for me to follow something right on...Great tasting! Read More

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Hungarian Braided White Bread

Servings Per Recipe: 12
Calories: 244.6

% Daily Value *

protein: 17 %

carbohydrates: 14 %

dietary fiber: 6 %

sugars:

fat: 5 %

saturated fat: 6 %

cholesterol: 24 %

vitamin a iu: 3 %

niacin equivalents: 39 %

vitamin b6: 4 %

vitamin c:

folate: 30 %

calcium: 7 %

iron: 15 %

magnesium: 7 %

potassium: 4 %

sodium: 17 %

thiamin: 45 %

calories from fat:

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-)Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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BUTTERCUP369

08/11/2003

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PECCAVI

03/14/2005

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VISIDONNA

08/11/2003

This Hungarian Braided White Bread is the best ever. Hungarian Food is the best of all. So many different things to cook. This bread is great:)

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SEVERINEG

08/11/2003

This bread was good but I would suggest to reduce the baking time,the crust got a little bit hard. I recommend it for special occasions, it looks great on the table!

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Antoinette

04/11/2003

This was a great suprise for my Hungarian husband. The kids enjoyed helping me make this and we all enjoyed eating it. Very easy to get a nice texture from this recipe!

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(15)

STARRCHILDE

09/25/2005

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Mary Lou

03/09/2006

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Aquarianrose

03/23/2008

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Football Mom

06/14/2007

I have made this numerous times now...comes out tasting awesome everytime and I don't change a thing. Which is unusual for me to follow something right on...Great tasting!

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