Whole Wheat Raisin Bread

Name: Whole Wheat Raisin Bread
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 180 min
Yield: 1 loaf
Ingredients: 300 g Whole wheat flour; 150 g Bread flour; 250 ml Warm milk; 45 g Honey; 7 g Instant yeast; 7 g Salt; 30 g Unsalted butter (softened); 120 g Raisins; 1 tsp Cinnamon

A wholesome, lightly sweet bread studded with plump raisins. Great for breakfast toast with butter.

Prep: 25 min

Cook: 35 min

Rest: 2 hr

Total: 3 hr

Yield: 1 loaf

easy

Instructions

1
Soak raisins in warm water for 10 minutes, then drain well.
2
Combine warm milk, honey, and yeast. Let stand 5 minutes.
3
Add flours, salt, cinnamon, and butter. Knead 8-10 minutes.
4
Fold in the drained raisins during the last minute of kneading.
5
Rise covered for 1 hour until doubled.
6
Shape into a log and place in a greased 9x5 loaf pan.
7
Rise 45-60 minutes until dough crowns above the pan.
8
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake 30-35 minutes.

Baker's Tips

•Soak raisins in orange juice instead of water for extra flavor.
•Add a tablespoon of orange zest for a citrus twist.

Published February 3, 2026