Cream Cheese Braids

== Description ==
This is a delectable Danish-style bread, very light and tender. The recipe seems more complicated than it really is, and makes four loaves, so there's plenty to share. One of Southern Living's best recipes. 
* Contributed by Catsrecipes Y-Group
* From Southern Living Dec. 1977 
* Yield: four 12-inch loaves, about 2 cups of filling and about 1 cup of glaze
== Ingredients ==
* 1 (8-oz) package sour cream, scalded
* ½ cup sugar
* ½ cup butter
* 1 teaspoon salt]]
* 2 packages dry yeast
* ½ cup warm water (105°F to 115°F)
* 2 eggs, beaten
* 4 cups all-purpose flour
* filling (recipe follows)
* glaze (recipe follows) 
=== Filling ===
* 2 (8-oz) packages cream cheese, softened
* ¾ cup sugar
* 1 egg, beaten
* ⅛ teaspoon salt
* 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
 
=== Glaze ===
* 2 cups sifted powdered sugar
* ¼ cup milk
* 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
== Directions ==
# Combine scalded sour cream, sugar, butter, and salt; mix well, and let cool to lukewarm.
# Dissolve yeast in warm water in a large mixing bowl; stir in sour cream mixture and eggs.
# Gradually stir in flour (dough will be soft).
# Cover tightly and chill overnight.
# Divide dough into 4 equal portions.
# Turn each portion out onto a heavily floured surface, and knead 4 or 5 times.
# Roll each into a 12 x 8-inch rectangle.
# Spread one-fourth of filling over each rectangle, leaving a ½-inch margin around edges.
# Carefully roll up jellyroll fashion, beginning at long side.
# Firmly pinch edge and ends to seal.
# Carefully place rolls, seam side down, on greased baking sheets.
# Make 6 equally spaced x-shaped cuts across top of each loaf.
# Cover and let rise in a warm place (85°F), free from drafts, for 1 hour or until doubled in bulk.
# Bake at 375°F for 15 to 20 minutes.
# Spread loaves with glaze while warm. 
 
=== Filling ===
# Combine all ingredients.
# Process in food processor or mixer until well blended. 
 
=== Glaze ===
# Combine all ingredients, mixing well.
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Category:Cathy's Recipes
Category:Danish Desserts
Category:Dessert loaf Recipes
Category:Cream cheese Recipes
Category:Sour cream Recipes
Category:Egg Recipes