Ingredients
Method
- In a large bowl, mix 3 cups bread flour, sugar, instant yeast, and salt until no lumps remain
- Add warm milk, room-temperature egg, and softened butter using a silicone spatula
- Slowly incorporate remaining 0.5 cup flour while stirring until a cohesive dough forms
- Knead dough on floured surface for 10 minutes, adding more flour if sticky
- Transfer to greased bowl, cover with towel, and let rise in 75°F space until doubled (30-60 minutes)
- Divide dough into four portions, tint each with different food coloring
- Roll each into ropes, twist together to form spiral, place on baking sheet
- Second rise for 15-20 minutes
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C), bake for 35 minutes until golden brown
Notes
Substitute 1/2 cup bread flour with all-purpose for more tenderness
Replace milk with almond milk for lactose-free version
Swap butter with coconut oil for vegan option
Use pastel food colorings for best results
Let bread cool completely before slicing for cleaner swirl pattern
Replace milk with almond milk for lactose-free version
Swap butter with coconut oil for vegan option
Use pastel food colorings for best results
Let bread cool completely before slicing for cleaner swirl pattern