Himbasha

Instructions

1. Mix the flour, sugar, salt, cardamom and yeast in a large bowl.
2. Add the warm milk, egg and softened butter, then knead for about 10 minutes until you get a smooth, elastic dough.
3. Cover and let rise for 1 hour in a warm place, until it has doubled in size.
4. Punch the dough down and divide it in two, then shape two long ropes.
5. Cross them into an X, then arrange the ropes into a round braid on a baking sheet lined with parchment.
6. Let rise for another 30 minutes, then brush the surface with beaten egg yolk.
7. Bake at 180 °C for 30 to 35 minutes, until the bread sounds hollow when you tap the bottom.
8. Brush with melted butter as soon as it comes out of the oven and let it cool slightly before slicing.