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Cream Cheese Braids

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1 (16-ounce) package hot roll mix
1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese, softened
1/3 cup sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 egg yolk
Pinch of salt
1 egg yolk, lightly beaten
1 cup sifted powdered sugar
1 tablespoon milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract


*PREPARE dough from hot roll mix according to package directions, using yeast packet.  Turn dough out onto a lightly floured surface, and knead 4 or 5 times.  Divide dought in half.  Roll each portion of dough to a 12" X 8" rectangle.  You can use your favorite bread

*POSITION knife blade in food processor bowl, add cream cheese and next 4 ingredients to bowl.  Process until blended. 

*WORKING with 1 dough rectangle at a time, cut nine 3" deep slits into each long side of dough.  Fold strips over cream cheese filling, alternating sides and making a braid.  Pinch ends to seal, and tuck under, if desired.  Carefully place loaves on greased baking sheets.

*COVER and let rise in a warm place (85), free from drafts, 30 minutes.  Brush tops with beaten egg yolk.  Bake at 375 for 15 minutes or until golden.

*COMBINE powdered sugar, milk, and 1 teaspoon vanilla stirring well; drizzle over warm loves.

*YIELDS (2) two 12" loaves.

 

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