Authentic Zopf Recipe Switzerland, Europe

This Swiss plaited bread is made with yeasted dough which may include butter and eggs. Depending on the amount, the dough is usually divided into two or four pieces, which are then rolled and waved into a braid with a tapered end, although other braid shapes are also possible. The bread is glazed with an egg wash before going into an oven preheated to 200-220°C and is baked anywhere from 25 to 50 minutes, depending on the recipe. Usually eaten for breakfast during weekends, zopf is cut into slices which can be spread with butter, honey, or jam. The bread can also be paired with cold cuts and various cheeses or eaten plain.