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Best Easy Raisin Bread Chinese Style Recipe

Name: Best Easy Raisin Bread Chinese Style Recipe
Total time: 135 min
Yield: 70 g
Ingredients: all-purpose flour 2.5 cups; raisins 0.75 cup; whole milk 0.75 cup; egg 1 piece; unsalted butter 2 tbsp; granulated sugar 3 tbsp; active dry yeast 1.5 tsp; salt 0.5 tsp

Fluffy Chinese-style raisin bread studded with sweet raisins is a soft, family-friendly bakery loaf. A comforting breakfast bread with natural sweetness.

Cook 135 min Difficulty NORMAL 180 kcal

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Ingredients

Main ingredients

all-purpose flour 2.5 cups
raisins 0.75 cup
whole milk 0.75 cup
egg 1 piece
unsalted butter 2 tbsp

Seasonings/Sauce

granulated sugar 3 tbsp
active dry yeast 1.5 tsp
salt 0.5 tsp

Nutrition summary

Carbohydrates 34 g 76%

Protein 5 g 11%

Fat 2.5 g 13%

Serving size 70g

Cooking steps

1

Warm the milk to just above body temperature (about 105–110°F) and combine with sugar and yeast in a bowl. Let it sit for 5–10 minutes until foamy.
2

To the yeast mixture, add flour, salt, and the egg. Mix with a wooden spoon until a shaggy dough forms.
3

Knead in the softened butter, working until the dough is smooth, elastic, and slightly tacky, about 10 minutes by hand.
4

Fold in the raisins, distributing them evenly. Cover the bowl and let the dough rise in a warm place until doubled, about 60–90 minutes.
5

Punch down the dough, shape into a loaf, and place in a greased bread pan or shape into rounds. Cover and proof for another 30–45 minutes.
6

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) while the dough proofs. Bake for 25–30 minutes until the top is golden and the loaf sounds hollow when tapped.
7

Let the bread cool on a wire rack; slice only once cooled to preserve fluffiness and moisture.

Personalized Q&A

Q. What ingredient gives this raisin bread its signature flavor and texture?

The combination of all-purpose flour for a soft crumb and sweet raisins for bursts of natural sweetness defines the classic flavor and texture of Chinese-style raisin bread. The whole milk and egg enhance the bread's fluffiness as well.

Q. What is the most important baking tip for fluffy raisin bread?

Ensure you knead the dough thoroughly for at least 10 minutes, developing enough gluten for structure. Allow both the initial rise and the final proof until the dough nearly doubles to achieve that signature pillowy softness.

Q. How can I prevent my raisin bread from becoming dense or dry?

Avoid overbaking; check for doneness at 25 minutes. Letting the bread cool before slicing helps retain moisture. Also, evenly distributing the raisins and properly proofing the dough are key to uniform texture.

Q. How many calories and carbs are in each serving of this recipe?

Each 70g serving of Best Easy Raisin Bread Chinese Style Recipe contains about 180 kcal and 34g of carbohydrates. Carbohydrates make up roughly 76% of total calories per serving.

Best Easy Raisin Bread Chinese Style Recipe

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