Zimmbäcker Baking Tips
Microwave: Bread will be soft inside and out.
Thawed (Preferred Method):
Single Serving:
- Slice desired amount.
- Microwave 10-15 seconds* or until warm.
- Frost.
Whole Braid:
- Remove braid from box.
- Place on microwavable plate.
- Microwave 45-90 seconds* or until warm.
- Let cool 5-10 minutes.
- Frost.
Frozen – Whole Bread:
- Remove braid from box.
- Place on microwavable plate.
- Microwave 2-3 minutes* or until warm.
- Let cool 5-10 minutes.
- Frost.
Frosting - Frosting packet should be room temperature before using. Snip corner of packet and drizzle braid with desired amount of frosting.
Conventional Oven: Bread will be crunchy on the outside and soft inside.
Thawed:
- Preheat oven to 275 degrees.
- Remove braid from box.
- Place in 9” x 13” baking pan.
- Warm for 12-15 minutes* or until filling is hot.
- Remove from oven and let cool.
- Frost.
Frozen:
- Preheat oven to 275 degrees.
- Remove braid from box.
- Place in 9” x 13” baking pan.
- Warm for 20-30 minutes or until filling is hot.
- Remove from oven and let cool.
- Frost.
* Oven temperatures may vary, so baking time may need to be adjusted.
* Shelf life: 2 months frozen; 1 week refrigerated; 3 days on counter.