Homemade Earl Grey Bread Recipe

Indulge in the delightful aroma and taste of freshly baked earl grey bread with this easy-to-follow recipe. This unique bread is infused with the floral and citrus notes of earl grey tea, making it a perfect choice for breakfast or afternoon tea.

Ingredients

• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 packet active dry yeast
• 1/2 cup warm water
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 1/4 cup milk
• 2 Earl Grey tea bags
• 1/4 cup melted butter
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 egg

Directions

1. Steep the Earl Grey tea bags in warm milk for 5 minutes. Remove the tea bags and let the milk cool to lukewarm.
2. In a small bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water and let it sit for 5 minutes until foamy.
3. In a large bowl, mix together flour, sugar, and salt. Add the yeast mixture, Earl Grey-infused milk, melted butter, and egg. Mix until a dough forms.
4. Knead the dough on a floured surface for 5-10 minutes until smooth and elastic. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise for 1 hour.
5. Punch down the dough and shape it into a loaf. Place the loaf in a greased loaf pan, cover, and let it rise for another 30 minutes.
6. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake the bread for 25-30 minutes until golden brown. Remove from the pan and let it cool before slicing.

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