Delicious Homemade Sourdough Cinnamon Raisin Bread

Indulge in the sweet and tangy flavors of this homemade sourdough cinnamon raisin bread. Made with a combination of sourdough starter, cinnamon, and plump raisins, this bread is perfect for breakfast or as a tasty snack. It requires some time and effort, but the end result is well worth it. Follow our step-by-step recipe to create a loaf that is soft, fluffy, and bursting with delicious flavors.

Ingredients

• 1 cup active sourdough starter
• 3 cups bread flour
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 1/4 cup butter, softened
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1/2 cup raisins
• 1/4 cup warm water
• 1/4 cup milk

Directions

1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the sourdough starter, bread flour, sugar, butter, salt, and cinnamon. Mix well until a shaggy dough forms.
2. Add the raisins and continue to mix until they are evenly distributed throughout the dough.
3. Gradually add the warm water and milk, a little at a time, while kneading the dough. Continue kneading until the dough is smooth and elastic, about 10 minutes.
4. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a clean kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm place for 2-3 hours, or until doubled in size.
5. After the dough has risen, gently deflate it and transfer it to a lightly floured surface. Shape it into a loaf by rolling it up from one end and tucking the ends underneath.
6. Place the shaped loaf into a greased 9x5-inch loaf pan. Cover it with the kitchen towel and let it rise for another 1-2 hours, or until it has nearly doubled in size.
7. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
8. Bake the loaf in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until it is golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped on the bottom.
9. Remove the bread from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then, transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing and serving.

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