Sweet Yeast Bread with Raisins, Apricots, and Walnuts | November 1, 2025

This Sweet Yeast Bread is a soft, fluffy, and slightly sweet loaf enriched with dried fruits and nuts. It’s a delightful recipe for weekend baking, festive celebrations, or enjoying a cozy breakfast with a warm drink. With tender crumbs, bursts of juicy raisins and apricots, and crunchy walnuts, every slice feels like a comforting hug. Perfect for slicing, toasting, or serving fresh from the oven, this bread is as beautiful as it is delicious.

Prep Time: 25 minutes
Rise Time: 90 minutes
Cook Time: 30–35 minutes
Total Time: 2 hours 30 minutes
Yield: 1 large loaf or 2 smaller loaves
Cuisine: European-Inspired Sweet Bread

Ingredients

For the Dough:

2 large eggs

60 grams sugar

200 ml warm milk

200 ml warm water

8 grams dry yeast (about 2¼ teaspoons)

600–650 grams all-purpose flour

1 teaspoon salt

100 grams soft butter (unsalted, room temperature)

100 grams raisins

100 grams dried apricots, chopped

100 grams walnuts, chopped

For the Glaze:

1 egg yolk

2 tablespoons milk

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