Heat milk in a small saucepan over low-medium heat. Add butter and slowly melt. Remove from heat, let cool until just barely warm, and gradually add the sugar and dry yeast. Stir to combine.
Transfer dough to a lightly floured cutting board. Knead and form a log. Carefully flatten the log with your hands. With a sharp knife, separate the dough into three strings. Make sure to leave the upper part intact.
06Beginning from the top, carefully braid dough into a loaf. Tightly seal loose ends.
07Transfer braid to a lined baking sheet. Cover and allow to rise in a warm place for approx. 45–60 min.
08Preheat oven to 200°C/392°F. In a small bowl, combine egg, 2 pinches of sugar and 1 pinch of salt. Whisk until creamy. Brush dough with the egg mixture. Transfer to oven and bake for approx. 30–35 min. until golden. Remove from oven and allow to cool. Enjoy for breakfast or with your afternoon tea.