Egg Bread

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Servings: 2 cups Difficulty: Advanced
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A soft, slightly sweet loaf studded with plump raisins and brushed with cinnamon butter.
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Egg Bread

Author: chefs-mate Cuisine: Courses:
Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 2 cups Calories: 1581.0

Description

This Egg Bread is a comforting, international-style loaf that strikes the perfect balance between savory and sweet. Enriched with egg and milk, the crumb is incredibly soft and tender, while the addition of raisins adds bursts of natural sweetness in every bite. The dough is easy to handle, making it a wonderful project for home bakers of all skill levels. Finished with a warm glaze of melted butter and cinnamon, this bread is perfect for breakfast, brunch, or as a unique side dish for holiday meals. It pairs beautifully with a cup of coffee or tea, offering a nostalgic, homemade flavor that brings warmth to any table. Store leftovers in an airtight container to keep the texture moist and inviting.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. In a large bowl, combine 2 cups of flour and the active dry yeast.
  2. In a saucepan, heat milk, water, 1/4 cup sugar, vegetable oil, and salt over low heat until warm (120-130&# 194;°F).
  3. Pour the warm liquid mixture into the flour-yeast mixture.
  4. Beat with an electric mixer on medium speed for 2 minutes.
  5. Stir in the egg and remaining flour until a smooth dough forms.
  6. Turn dough out onto a floured surface and knead for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  7. Press raisins into the dough during the last minute of kneading.
  8. Place dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour or until doubled.
  9. Punch down dough and divide into three equal portions.
  10. Roll each portion into a 12-inch rope and braid them together.
  11. Place braided loaf on a greased baking sheet, cover, and let rise for 30 minutes.
  12. Preheat oven to 350ðF (175ðC).
  13. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 190ðF.
  14. Brush top with melted butter mixed with cinnamon while still warm.
  15. Cool on a wire rack before slicing.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 2 cups

Amount Per Serving
Calories 1581.0kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 20.1g31%
Saturated Fat 3.1g16%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 48.4mg3%
Total Carbohydrate 312.7g105%
Dietary Fiber 8.1g33%
Sugars 60.7g
Protein 43.2g87%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: egg bread, raisin bread, homemade bread, yeast bread, soft bread, breakfast bread, braided bread, cinnamon butter, enriched dough, easy baking, holiday bread, comfort food, vegetarian, bakery style, fluffy bread, sweet bread
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