Raisin Bread
There's something comforting about the smell of freshly baked raisin bread filling your home. Whether you're making it for a special occasion or just enjoying a homemade treat, raisin bread has a timeless charm.
Equipment
- Bread Pan
Ingredients
- 3 cups All-purpose flour
- ¼ cup Sugar
- 1 tsp Salt
- 1 packet Active dry yeast
- 1 tsp Cinnamon
- 2 tbsp Melted butter
- 1 cup Lukewarm milk
- 1 Egg
- 1 ½ cups Raisins
- ½ cup Lukewarm water
Instructions
- In a small bowl, combine lukewarm water and a pinch of sugar. Sprinkle the yeast over the water and let it sit for 5 minutes until frothy.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, cinnamon, and salt. Stir until well mixed.
- Add the activated yeast mixture, lukewarm milk, melted butter, and egg to the dry ingredients. Stir until a dough forms.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Flatten the dough and sprinkle raisins over the top. Knead to incorporate them evenly into the dough.
- Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for 1-1.5 hours until doubled in size.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Punch down the dough and shape it into a loaf. Place it in a greased bread pan and let it rise for another 30 minutes.
- Bake the loaf for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped on the bottom.
- Allow the bread to cool completely before slicing. Enjoy as is or toasted with butter.
Notes
For extra softness, add a tablespoon of honey to the dough. Soak your raisins in warm water before adding to prevent them from drying out.