Almond Brunch Loaf

Directions

1. 1

   1/2 cup orange juice 1 egg 2 tablespoons butter 1/2 teaspoon salt 2 1/4 cups bread flour 1 tablespoon sugar 1 1/2 teaspoons active dry yeast

2. 2

   Select dough cycle

3. 3

   When dough cycle is complete, remove dough from machine

4. 4

   Cover and let rest for 10 minutes

5. 5

   On a lightly floured surface, roll dough into a 24" x 8" rectangle

6. 6

   In a small mixing bowl, stir together the almond filling, almonds, and orange peel

7. 7

   Spread filling over dough to within 1/2" of the edges

8. 8

   Fold dough loosely from a short side, making about eight 3" wide folds