Delicious Homemade Herman Bread Recipe

Herman bread is a tasty, moist, and slightly sweet bread that is perfect for breakfast or as a snack. This recipe is simple to follow and yields a soft and fluffy loaf that will impress your family and friends.

Ingredients

• 1 cup Herman starter
• 1 cup warm milk
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1/4 cup vegetable oil
• 1 egg
• 4 cups bread flour
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup raisins (optional)
• 1/2 cup chopped nuts (optional)

Directions

1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the Herman starter, warm milk, sugar, vegetable oil, and egg.
2. Add the bread flour, salt, and vanilla extract. Mix until the dough comes together.
3. Knead the dough on a floured surface for 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
4. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp towel, and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour.
5. Punch down the dough and fold in the raisins and nuts if using.
6. Shape the dough into a loaf and place it in a greased loaf pan. Cover and let it rise for another 30 minutes.
7. Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C). Bake the bread for 30-35 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
8. Remove from the oven and let cool before slicing and serving.

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