Coffee Bread Braid

Unbalanced

% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Step 1

Thaw dough completely (preferably overnight).

Step 2

Roll dough to 12” square.

Step 3

Cut square into 3 equal strips.

Step 4

Spread butter equally down the center of each strip.

Step 5

Combine brown sugar and cinnamon, and then sprinkle over the butter.

Step 6

Sprinkle nuts on top of sugar mix.

Step 7

Bring edges of a single strip together around the filling, sealing the edges.

Step 8

Repeat for other 2 strips to create ropes.

Step 9

Place ropes on greased cookie sheet and loosely braid together.

Step 10

Preheat oven to 375.

Step 11

Let rise until doubled - about 30 minutes.

Step 12

Bake for 30-35 minutes.

Step 13

Cover with foil for last few minutes to prevent over-browning.

Step 14

Make glaze.

Step 15

Mix powdered sugar and milk together.

Step 16

Spread over braided dough after removing from oven.

Step 17

Sprinkle pecans over the top.