Swiss Sunday Bread

This traditional Swiss bread is a staple in Switzerland for Sunday breakfasts; the braided texture makes it the perfect centerpiece for entertaining.

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Cooking Time: 30 mins
• Total Time: 45 mins
• Calories: 203 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 egg
• 2 teaspoons white sugar
• 1 egg white
• 1 egg, lightly beaten
• 2 teaspoons active dry yeast
• water as needed
• 1.5 teaspoons salt
• 3.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 0.75 stick unsalted butter, melted
• 0.25 cup warm milk

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).

Step 2

Place flour into a bowl, creating a small hole in the center. Sprinkle salt around the edge and place yeast and sugar into the hole.

Step 3

Mix egg and egg white together in a 2-cup measuring cup. Add enough water to reach the 1 1/4 cup mark. Stir in milk. Add melted butter. Pour into the center of the flour. Mix thoroughly, adding more milk or flour as needed until dough is smooth and elastic. Cover the bowl with a damp cloth and let rise for 30 minutes.

Step 4

Cut dough in 1/2. Form each 1/2 into a long roll. Lay rolls out in front of you on a work surface in an 'X' shape. Braid bread by constantly switching the ends. Place bread onto a baking sheet, cover with a damp cloth, and let rise for 15 minutes.

Step 5

Brush bread with beaten egg using a pastry brush.

Step 6

Bake in the preheated oven on the middle rack until golden, about 30 minutes.