German Walnut Braid

This is one of the favorites of all Germans. Mainly during Christmastime, but also for Eastern. It’s super easy to make, stays good couple days (but let’s be honest, it won’t survive that long) and perfect for every time of the day.
In Germany are two ways, how to eat it: Either plain dipped in coffee or hot chocolate or with some butter on it. It’s best, if you try both ways, to see which one you prefer

If you did bake it, let me know how you liked it, I love hearing back from you!
Now enough talking, let’s start baking …

German Walnut Braid

Author: Jutta

Recipe type: Dessert

What you need

The Dough:

3 cups + 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 package active dry yeast
¼ cup butter
3 tablespoons sugar
1 egg
½ cup milk, fat free

The Filling:

¼ cup brown sugar
⅓ cup oatmeal, grounded
½ teaspoon cinnamon
½ cup walnuts, grounded
½ cup milk, fat free
½ teaspoon rum extract, optional

Glaze:

Mix together
1 cup powdered sugar and
2-3 tablespoon lemon juice

How you make it

In a large bowl combine all dough ingredients and knead for about ten minutes (by hand) until smooth
Cover and let rest for 20 minutes
Preheat oven to 375°F
Line a cookie sheet with parchment paper
In a medium bowl combine all filling ingredients until well combined, set aside
Now roll out your dough to about 15*10 inch size
Spread filling all over dough
Roll up the dough from the long side
Cut rolled dough in half
Twist both strings with each other and press the ends together
Place braid on cookie sheet and let rest 20 minutes
Bake for 30-35 minutes
Let cool for 20 minutes, then brush with lemon glaze and enjoy either warm or cold