Description
Cinnamon Raisin Bread is a delightful homemade treat that fills your kitchen with the inviting aroma of warm spices and sweet raisins. This easy-to-follow recipe results in a soft, chewy loaf with a golden crust, perfect for breakfast or as a cozy afternoon snack. Each slice offers a comforting blend of flavors and textures that will leave you craving more.
Ingredients
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- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp active dry yeast
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 cup whole milk (lukewarm)
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 cup raisins
Instructions
- Activate the Yeast: Warm the milk until lukewarm and mix in yeast and a teaspoon of sugar. Let it sit for 5 minutes until bubbly.
- Mix the Dough: In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, cinnamon, and salt. Add the yeast mixture and melted butter; stir until shaggy.
- Knead: Transfer dough to a floured surface and knead for about 8 minutes until smooth.
- First Rise: Place in a greased bowl, cover with a towel, and let it rise in a warm spot for about an hour until doubled.
- Add Raisins: Punch down the dough and gently fold in raisins.
- Shape & Bake: Form into a loaf, place in a greased pan, let rise again for 30 minutes. Bake at 350?F (175?C) for 30-35 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (60g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 15mg