from each side. lightly press ends to seal, and straighten out the braid with your hands, if necessary, to straighten. bake the braid in the oven for 25 minutes, or until golden brown. remove from the oven and let the braid cool for several minutes. make the glaze: whisk together the glaze ingredients in a small bowl until blended and smooth. brush the glaze in a thick coat over the entire surface of the apple braid while it is still cooling. carefully transfer the braid to a cooling rack set on a baking sheet (to catch drips) to finish cooling and prevent the bottom of the braid from becoming soggy 