Rich Raisin Bread: Discover the Secret to Perfecting It!
A delightful and moist bread filled with plump raisins, perfect for breakfast or as a snack.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 55 minutes
- Yield: 1 loaf
- Category: Baking
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup raisins
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup butter, softened
- 1 cup milk, warmed
- 2 eggs
- 1 packet active dry yeast
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
Instructions
- In a small bowl, dissolve the yeast in warm milk and let it sit for 5 minutes.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, salt, and cinnamon.
- Add the softened butter, eggs, and the yeast mixture to the dry ingredients.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 10 minutes until smooth.
- Incorporate the raisins into the dough.
- Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
- Punch down the dough and shape it into a loaf.
- Place the loaf in a greased loaf pan and let it rise for another 30 minutes.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 30-35 minutes or until golden brown.
- Let it cool before slicing and serving.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, consider adding a teaspoon of vanilla extract.
- Ensure the milk is warm, not hot, to activate the yeast properly.
- Store the bread in an airtight container to maintain freshness.