Description
A delicious braided bread filled with ham and cheese, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound frozen bread dough (thawed)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon dried parsley flakes
- 8 ounces sliced deli ham
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 large egg
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
Instructions
- Prepare the dough and filling by thawing the dough, shredding cheese, cutting ham, and mixing butter with spices.
- Shape the braided loaf by rolling dough into a rectangle, adding filling, and braiding the strips together.
- Apply the egg wash and seasonings by brushing the loaf with egg and butter mixture, then sprinkling seeds.
- Bake until golden and cooked through at 375°F for 25-30 minutes or until internal temp reaches 190°F.
- Cool and serve by letting the bread rest for 10-15 minutes before slicing with a serrated knife.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish, Snack
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Storage: Keep leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Freeze for up to 2 months. Reheat in oven at 350°F to restore crispness.