"Recipe developer Michelle Bottalico has created an elevated copycat version of the Panera Bread pecan braid. It features a rich filling of toasted pecans, butter, brown sugar, maple syrup, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Though no doubt delicious, the Panera version cuts some corners, which means it just can't hold a candle to our fresh homemade pastries. (Panera's uses untoasted pecans, a combination of butter and margarine, white sugar only, and natural flavors instead of real spices inside.)"
"The pecan braid is just one of the tasty options available at this popular establishment. With a buttery pecan filling inside crispy braided pastry dough that's topped with icing and toasted pecans, what's not to love? If you enjoy creating your own baked goods at home, this recipe is a lot of fun, and you can whip up some impressive pastries in under an hour."
An elevated pecan braid blends toasted pecans, brown sugar, maple syrup, melted butter, cinnamon, and nutmeg for a rich filling spread into store-bought puff pastry. Using toasted pecans and real spices intensifies flavor compared with a common chain version that uses untoasted nuts, margarine, white sugar, and natural flavors. The braid is formed from puff pastry strips and baked until crisp, then finished with powdered sugar icing and more toasted pecans. The use of puff pastry shortens prep time and still delivers a cafe-quality pastry suitable for breakfast, snacks, desserts, or serving to guests.
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