Italian Raisin Bread
8 servings
240 minutes
Italian sweet bread with raisins is a delicate, airy treat with a rich aroma and sweetness of fruity notes. Its roots go deep into Italian culinary tradition, where bread is not just baked goods but a symbol of home warmth and hospitality. This bread is filled with raisins, candied fruits, and lemon zest, creating a harmony of flavors—sweet, citrusy, and creamy tones. Soaked in butter and eggs, it acquires a tender texture and golden crust. The finished bread pairs perfectly with a cup of coffee or sweet wine, making it a wonderful addition to breakfast or cozy family tea time. Its baking is not just a process but an art that requires patience and care for the dough to rise and achieve its unique lightness.
1
Dissolve the yeast in warm milk.
- Dry yeast: 7 g
- Milk: 225 ml
2
Combine flour, salt, candied fruits, raisins, zest, and sugar. While stirring constantly, pour in the milk. Add the yolks, olive oil, and melted butter. Knead the dough.
- Wheat flour: 500 g
- Salt: to taste
- Candied fruit: 100 g
- Raisin: 85 g
- Lemon zest: 1 teaspoon
- Sugar: 55 g
- Milk: 225 ml
- Egg yolk: 4 pieces
- Vegetable oil: 125 ml
- Butter: 55 g
3
Place the dough in a greased container, turn it to coat all the dough with oil. Cover and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour.
- Vegetable oil: 125 ml
- Butter: 55 g
4
Knead the dough, form a ball, and place it in a greased and floured mold. Leave it for another hour.
- Vegetable oil: 125 ml
- Wheat flour: 500 g
5
Make two cross cuts on top of the loaf with a sharp knife. Whisk the egg white with water and brush the top of the loaf.
- Egg white: 1 piece
6
Bake in the oven for 1 hour.