ReceptnaptárBraided bread (kolach) for Easter or Christmas
Kolach (braided bread) is the festive Christmas and Easter bread of the Slavic peoples, a symbol of abundance and the togetherness of the family. Soft, buttery, mildly sweet, with a glossy golden-brown crust. It stands in the centre of the festive table.
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Method
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- Activate the yeast in half the milk with a little sugar.
- Add the eggs, remaining sugar, vanilla sugar, lemon zest, flour and salt and knead a soft dough.
- Knead in the soft butter, work for 10 minutes and prove for 1.5 hours.
- Divide the dough into 3 equal parts, roll into long ropes and braid.
- Prove on a lined tray for 30 minutes, brush with the egg and milk mixture and sprinkle with sugar.
- Bake at 180 °C for 35-40 minutes until golden.
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Tips
- Let the dough prove well so it turns fluffy.
- Press the ends together well when braiding so it does not come apart.
- The glaze gives a glossy crust.
Frequently asked questions
What is it served with?
Butter, jam, honey, tea.
Can it be frozen?
Yes, for 2 months.
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