Country Bread with Raisins

Unlike normal bread, the country bread with raisins is something that you can eat on its own and you would still enjoy it. With the addition of raisins in this bread, you can enjoy sweet gooeyness while eating delicious bread.

Luckily, you are in the right place! This recipe will allow you to make delicious country bread with raisins.

Health benefits

Raisins are packed with benefits. They are rich in potassium, iron, fiber, and other important nutrients and they are free of cholesterol and saturated fat. Raisins contain flavonoids, polyphenols, nutrients, and antioxidants that are known to benefit human health.

Ingredients

cups of whole-wheat flour, divided: 2

cups of rye flour, divided: 2

tablespoon of active dry yeast: 1

teaspoon of salt: 1

cups of water: 2

teaspoon of olive oil, divided: 1

cup of molasses: 1/2

cup of honey: 1/2

cups of all-purpose flour: 2 3/4

cup of raisins: 1

How To Make Country Bread with Raisins

1. In a large bowl, add 1 cup of whole-wheat flour, 1 cup of rye flour, yeast, salt, and give it a mix.
2. In a saucepan, heat water, ½ cup of oil, molasses and honey to 120-130 degrees F. Once it reaches the temperature, add it to the dry ingredients, and mix until everything has moistened.
3. Now, you can add the remaining whole-wheat flour along with the rye flour. If need be, add all-purpose flour so it can be a medium stiff dough.
4. Dump the flour on a lightly flour surface and sprinkle with raisins. Knead it until it becomes smooth, this will take 8 to 10 minutes.
5. With the remaining oil, grease a large bowl and put the dough into it. Grease the dough on all sides and cover. Keep it in a warm room so it can double in size, this takes 1 ½ hours
6. When it has risen, punch it a few times and place on a floured surface again. Divide the dough in 4 pieces and make a ball. Place the dough 4-inches apart on 2 baking sheets and spray with cooking spray. Let it rise again until it doubles.
7. Bake it at 325 degrees F until it is golden brown.

Trivia

• Raisin bread has become a favorite for many people.
• Raisins are dehydrated grapes.

April 30^th is national raisin day.