Ingredients
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- 3 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 packet (2 1/4 teaspoons) active dry yeast
- 1 cup warm milk
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon salt
- Optional: Food coloring or icing for decoration
Instructions
- Activate the yeast by mixing it with warm milk and a teaspoon of sugar. Let sit for 5-10 minutes until frothy.
- Combine remaining sugar, flour, salt, melted butter, and eggs in a large bowl. Add the yeast mixture and stir until a dough forms.
- Knead the dough for 8-10 minutes using a stand mixer with a dough hook or by hand until smooth and elastic.
- Place dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
- Punch down, divide into three equal parts, and shape into long ropes. Braid the ropes together to form the Disney Rapunzel braid, optionally adding food coloring or icing.
- Arrange on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
- Brush with melted butter and decorate with icing or edible glitter if desired.
Notes
- Ensure the dough is kneaded thoroughly for a soft, elastic texture.
- Adding food coloring at the shaping stage enhances the princess theme.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days or freeze for longer storage.
- Revive freshness by warming slices in an air fryer or oven.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 240 Kcal
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 55mg