Rosemary Raisin Bread
Elevate your homemade bread game with this enchanting recipe for Rosemary Raisin Bread, a perfect marriage of savory and sweet. This artisan-style loaf features aromatic fresh rosemary and plump, juicy raisins that are kneaded into a soft, golden-crumbed bread with a glossy finish from an egg wash. The recipe is beginner-friendly yet satisfying for seasoned bakers, combining simple pantry ingredients with a touch of elegance. With its crisp crust and tender interior, this loaf is ideal for breakfast spreads, afternoon tea, or as a charming addition to your holiday table. Serve it warm with butter or cream cheese to let the flavors truly shine. Whether you're drawn by the enticing aroma or the rustic simplicity, this Rosemary Raisin Bread promises to become a staple in your baking repertoire.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons Sugar
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 2 tablespoons Fresh rosemary, chopped
- 2.25 teaspoons Instant yeast
- 1.25 cups Warm water (about 110°F/43°C)
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 0.75 cup Raisins
- 1 serving Egg wash (1 egg beaten with 1 tablespoon water)
Instructions
In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, salt, chopped rosemary, and instant yeast. Stir to mix well.
Gradually add the warm water and olive oil to the dry ingredients. Mix with a wooden spoon or your hands until a shaggy dough forms.
Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 8–10 minutes until smooth and elastic. Alternatively, knead using the dough hook attachment of a stand mixer for 5–6 minutes.
Gently knead the raisins into the dough until evenly distributed.
Shape the dough into a ball and place it in a lightly greased bowl. Cover with a clean kitchen towel or plastic wrap and let it rise in a warm place for 1–1.5 hours, or until doubled in size.
Punch down the dough to release any air pockets. Shape it into a round loaf or an oval loaf and place it on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
Cover the loaf loosely with plastic wrap and let it rise again for 30–40 minutes, until slightly puffed.
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Brush the top of the loaf with the egg wash to give it a golden, shiny crust.
Bake the bread in the preheated oven for 30–35 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the bread sounds hollow when tapped on the bottom.
Remove from the oven and let the bread cool on a wire rack before slicing.
Serve warm or at room temperature. Enjoy with butter, cream cheese, or your favorite spread!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2337 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 37.6 g | 48% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.7 g | 34% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 186 mg | 62% | |
| Sodium | 2471 mg | 107% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 444.8 g | 162% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.1 g | 68% | |
| Total Sugars | 104.5 g | ||
| Protein | 56.6 g | 113% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.0 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 169 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 23.4 mg | 130% | |
| Potassium | 1501 mg | 32% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
