Never in my dreams did I think I'd bake a bread like this some day.Heck I didn't even think I'd bake stuff at home!Anyway,baking bread is still like magic to me.I find the procedure so therapeutic,like it is for many.The measuring,kneading and proofing the dough all adds to the charm of bread making.
I love recipes which do not require fancy ingredients.After all to bake bread you only need flour,yeast,sugar salt and water right?It is with this thought I approached this recipe aptly named 'Grandmother bread'.I tried out the base version once and liked it.So decided to try this pretty braided bread filled with Apple chunks and Cinnamon.It is indeed a heavenly combo!
Apple Cinnamon Braided Bread
Recipe source - Chickens in the Road
For full ingredient list and ideas for using the same recipe for different breads,refer the site.
Method
I made the dough in the food processor.You can knead it by hand too.
Mix together flour,salt,sugar,1 1/2 tsp gluten(optional),yeast and warm water to a smooth and pliable dough.
Knead for 5-7 minutes or till the dough becomes silky and soft.
Lightly oil a bowl and place the dough in it to proof.(about an hour or so)
For the filling -
Mix together butter,brown sugar,flour,cinnamon and apples.
Roll the dough to a rough 8/12 rectangle on floored surface.Spread the apple filling in the middle.At the sides of the filling,cut the dough at 1' intervals.
Fold dough strips over the filling to wrap alternating to make a braid.
Carefully remove the loaf to a greased baking sheet.Brush the top with melted butter and cinnamon.
Let it rise till doubled.
Bake at 180C for 30 minutes.
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I love recipes which do not require fancy ingredients.After all to bake bread you only need flour,yeast,sugar salt and water right?It is with this thought I approached this recipe aptly named 'Grandmother bread'.I tried out the base version once and liked it.So decided to try this pretty braided bread filled with Apple chunks and Cinnamon.It is indeed a heavenly combo!
Apple Cinnamon Braided Bread
Recipe source - Chickens in the Road
For full ingredient list and ideas for using the same recipe for different breads,refer the site.
Method
I made the dough in the food processor.You can knead it by hand too.
Mix together flour,salt,sugar,1 1/2 tsp gluten(optional),yeast and warm water to a smooth and pliable dough.
Knead for 5-7 minutes or till the dough becomes silky and soft.
Lightly oil a bowl and place the dough in it to proof.(about an hour or so)
For the filling -
Mix together butter,brown sugar,flour,cinnamon and apples.
Roll the dough to a rough 8/12 rectangle on floored surface.Spread the apple filling in the middle.At the sides of the filling,cut the dough at 1' intervals.
Fold dough strips over the filling to wrap alternating to make a braid.
Carefully remove the loaf to a greased baking sheet.Brush the top with melted butter and cinnamon.
Let it rise till doubled.
Bake at 180C for 30 minutes.
That braided bread looks very delicious divya,nice effort..
ReplyDeleteDivya, FP makes bread so easy! I love the pintail knotted breads. This one looks delish.
ReplyDeleteGood Morning Divya! OMG. The bread looks amazing and you have really done an amazing job and the braid has come out well. I should try it out very soon! Thanks for the recipe :-)
ReplyDeleteI so wish I could have this for breakfast now :) Flawless look and you are an awesome baker Divya :)
ReplyDeleteREally I too find easy going brads more approachable ...Looks too good..Love the neatness
ReplyDeleteFirstly love the simple and new look to your blog Divya and also what a perfect and neat bake. Seems its from a master baker to me
ReplyDeletePriya
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Where do you get quality yeast and glutten in chennai?
ReplyDeleteIn Chennai,you can check out Viveka Essence Mart/Venus essence mart on Waltax road.
DeleteLovely!!!! Whole house must be smelling Divine with Cinnamon!!! :)
ReplyDeleteLooks so yum...Perfectly done...
ReplyDeleteWhoa!! You are bread baking pro now!!! Awesome bread Divya - very neat!
ReplyDeleteThanks Suma,coming from you I take it as a compliment!
DeleteThis has come out so perfect !! Bookmarked at once !
ReplyDeleteThe braid looks perfect, yummy bread!
ReplyDeleteso lovely baked dear...
ReplyDeleteVIRUNTHU UNNA VAANGA
wonderful presentation and lovely bread.
ReplyDeleteYummy filling bread.
ReplyDeletewow this looks amazing!
ReplyDeleteawesome recipie divya...where do get the gluten ? instesd of rapid yeast can we use normal yeast ?
ReplyDeleteGluten is available in most shops which sell baking goods.Where are you based at?Yes you can use normal yeast but you'll have to proof it first before adding it to the flour.
Deletesuperb Divya...totally loved it
ReplyDeleteawesome Divya so yummy :)
ReplyDeletewow! Divya, love the braids and the step by step tutorial..happily following your blog :)
ReplyDeletewow!! love the braids and the step by step tutorial. happily following your blog :)
ReplyDeleteHi, I'm new around here! I saw your bread on velvet aroma - its beautiful and looks soo good :)
ReplyDeleteI am new to your site and absolutely loving all your posts. Appreciate the step by step tutorial for breading the bread.The bread looks perfect.
ReplyDeleteWOnderful idea to have apple cinnamon stuff, the braids are perfectly done.
ReplyDeletei love the braid divya its so perfect and neat, i wish i could have a bite. All your baking recipes are wonderful and i am glad i found ur blog. keep up the super good work. god bless:)
ReplyDeleteHi Divya, Did you bake the cake in Microwave?
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