A Bread Baking Tutorial | Yeasted Christmas Bread | Beginner Friendly

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil is dairy-free and adds a subtle flavor.

dried fruit

🥗Healthier: fresh fruit

💰Cheaper: raisins

Raisins are more affordable and provide sweetness.

nuts

🥗Healthier: seeds

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Sunflower seeds are cheaper and nut-free.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Water can be used to reduce calories.

Combine 1.5 tablespoons of yeast and 1/4 cup of sugar in 2 cups of very hot water and let it bloom for about 5 minutes.

Add 6 cups of bread flour and 1 teaspoon of salt to the yeast mixture.

Incorporate 1/2 stick of melted butter into the mixture and stir until combined.

Knead the dough for about 8 to 10 minutes, adjusting with water or flour as needed.

Fold in 1 cup of raisins, 1 cup of cranberries, and 1 cup of chopped walnuts by hand.

Form the dough into a ball and place it in an oiled bowl, cover, and let rise until doubled in size.

Shape the risen dough into logs and place them on a tray to rise for another 30 minutes.

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

Bake the loaves for 35 minutes until golden brown.

Cooking Techniques

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