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butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil provides a dairy-free option with healthy fats.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: agave syrup

Honey adds natural sweetness and flavor complexity.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk is lower in calories and suitable for lactose intolerance.

eggs

🥗Healthier: flaxseed meal

💰Cheaper: applesauce

Flaxseed meal acts as a binding agent while being vegan.

In a large bowl, mix 4 cups of flour, 1 tablespoon of sugar, and 1 teaspoon of salt.

Dissolve 1 tablespoon of yeast in 1 cup of warm water and let it sit until frothy.

Add 1 cup of milk, 2 eggs, and 1/2 cup of melted butter to the yeast mixture.

Combine the wet ingredients with the dry ingredients and mix until a dough forms.

Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 10 minutes until smooth.

Place the dough in a greased bowl and cover it; let it rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1-2 hours.

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

Shape the risen dough into a round loaf and place it on a baking sheet.

Brush the top with an egg wash and sprinkle with sesame seeds, orange zest, and 1/2 cup of raisins.

Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.

Remove from the oven and let cool on a wire rack before slicing.

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