HOW TO MAKE SOURDOUGH RAISIN BREAD: An easy tutorial for a raisin sourdough bread loaf!

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil is a healthier fat option.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey adds flavor and moisture.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk is dairy-free and adds a nutty flavor.

egg

🥗Healthier: flax egg

💰Cheaper: none

Flax egg is a vegan alternative.

Combine dry active yeast with warm water to hydrate it.

Add sourdough starter and honey to the mixture.

Mix the ingredients by hand until there are no big clumps, then cover with plastic wrap and let sit for 20-30 minutes.

After 25-30 minutes, check for bubbles on the surface to ensure it's ready.

In a stand mixer, combine the remaining flour and salt, then mix on low with the paddle attachment.

Once incorporated, switch to the dough hook and mix on medium, checking gluten development by pulling a piece to see if it forms a window.

Add cold, cubed butter to the dough and mix on low until fully incorporated and smooth.

Add raisins to the dough and mix on low until they are evenly distributed throughout the dough.

Transfer the dough to an oiled bowl, cover, and let proof in a warm place until doubled, checking after 45 minutes.

Dust a surface with flour and dump the dough out, lightly dusting the top with flour to prevent sticking.

Divide the dough into two equal pieces and shape each into a round ball, then let rest for 15 minutes.

Prepare the loaf pan by spraying it with oil.

After resting, flip the dough upside down and shape into a log, ensuring it's not longer than the pan and sealing the edges well.

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