Festive Cranberry and Raisin Twist Bread

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Ingredients:

300 grams all-purpose flour (2½ cups)

150 ml warm milk (⅔ cup)

2 teaspoons active dry yeast

50 grams sugar (¼ cup)

1 egg

50 grams unsalted butter, softened (¼ cup)

½ teaspoon salt

100 grams dried cranberries (⅔ cup)

100 grams golden raisins (⅔ cup)

  • M1 egg (for egg wash)

Directions:

  1. Prepare the Yeast Mixture:
    • In a small bowl, mix 150 ml of warm milk with 2 teaspoons of active dry yeast and 1 tablespoon of sugar. Stir gently and let it sit for 5-10 minutes until frothy.
  2. Make the Dough:
    • In a large mixing bowl, combine 300 grams of all-purpose flour, the remaining sugar, and salt.
    • Add the yeast mixture, 1 egg, and softened butter. Mix everything together until a soft dough forms.
  3. Knead the Dough:
    • Transfer the dough onto a floured surface and knead for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  4. First Rise:
    • Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a clean kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm place for 1-1.5 hours, or until …
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