Bread Machine Swedish Coffee Bread

01Method

1. 1

   Load milk, butter, egg yolk, salt, flour, sugar, cardamom, and yeast into the bread machine pan following the order specified by the manufacturer. Choose the dough cycle and start the machine.

2. 2

   Once the dough cycle completes, cut the dough into 3 equal pieces. Shape each piece into a rope about 12 to 14 inches long. Arrange the three ropes side by side and braid them together. Fold the ends underneath, transfer the braid to a greased baking sheet, cover loosely with a kitchen towel, and let rise until doubled in size.

3. 3

   Heat the oven to 375°F (190°C).

4. 4

   Coat the braid with the beaten egg whites and scatter pearl sugar over the top. Bake until the loaf turns golden brown, 20 to 25 minutes.