Plait Bread

Name: Plait Bread
Prep time: 2 h
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 2 h 25 min
Cuisine: European
Ingredients: 1 1/4 cup warm water ((110 °F)); 1/4 cup brown sugar; 1 tablespoon dry active yeast; 3 1/2 cup all purpose flour ((plus more for dusting)); 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/4 cup room temperature butter ((plus 1 tablespoon for basting after baking))

Instructions

Prep:2hCook:25min

Guyanese plait bread is a soft, fluffy braided white bread. It is traditionally enjoyed on Christmas morning with pepperpot but you can make it anytime you like!

Updated at: Sat, 29 Nov 2025 00:13:59 GMT