Pulla - Scandinavian Sweet Bread - Bread Machine

Adapted from The Bread Machine Cookbook VI by Donna Rathmell German

• Ready In: 2 hrs 30 mins
• Serves: 12
• Yields: 1 braid

Ingredients

• 1  cup milk
• 2  tablespoons butter
• 1  egg
• 1  teaspoon vanilla
• 1⁄4 cup sugar
• 1  teaspoon salt
• 1  teaspoon ground cardamom
• 3  cups flour
• 1  tablespoon quick-rising yeast
• 2  tablespoons gluten
• 1  cup  sourdough starter (optional)
• 1  egg (beaten)
• 2  tablespoons milk

Directions

1. Remove dough from the machine upon completion of the dough cycle and divide into 3 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a long rope and braid ropes together. Place braid on a lightly grease baking pan, cover and let rise for about 1.5 hours. Brush dough with egg was and bake in a preheated 350 degree oven for 25 minutes or until golden.