I tried my first braided (circle) bread a couple of weeks ago and, as simple as it looked, I really struggled with it at first! So, while baking some more bread last weekend I decided that maybe a photo tutorial might help someone else who has either thought about braiding their bread in this way (but might be intimidated) or someone who has tried it and struggled with it like I did 🙂
As you can see from the above picture, I have not perfected this process yet…My rolls were not long enough to begin with and then I braided it too tight. When it was done rising it had stuck to itself a bit. So, at this point I recommend making your rolls longer and not braiding them so tight 😉 If there are any gaps while braiding it, they will close up once it rises.
I adore baking bread but have never tried a braided loaf. I think you may have just inspired me. 🙂
Oh! Thank you!
I will save your post for holidays baking!
You’re welcome! I love pretty bread 🙂
Oh, I am SO showing this to 2nd Man. He’s always playing around with ‘decorating’ breads in some manner, this is awesome. Thank you!
I forgot to add, that 6th picture down reminds me of a chicken or maybe a turkey, ha.
Ha! I, too, love pretty breads! Just the act of baking bread feels great, but making it look nice is especially rewarding 🙂
And, yes, now that you mention it, that pic does kind of look like poultry waiting for the oven! LOL!