This delightful Sweet Bread with Apricot Jam and Raisins combines a soft, pillowy dough with a fruity filling for a perfect breakfast, snack, or dessert. The golden crust and rich flavor make it a treat for any occasion.

Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Rising Time: 1.5–2 hours
Baking Time: 30–35 minutes
Total Time: ~3 hours

Ingredients

For the Dough:

250 ml (1 cup) warm milk
1/2 tsp salt
1 tsp vanilla sugar
3 tbsp sugar
1 egg white
1 tbsp yeast (active dry or instant)
4 tbsp vegetable oil
450 g (15.8 oz) all-purpose flour
40 g (3 tbsp) butter, softened

2 tbsp corn starch
For the Filling:

150 g (5.3 oz) apricot jam or preserves
60 g (2 oz) raisins
For Brushing:

1 egg yolk + 1 tbsp milk
Directions
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