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Easy Fruit Bread

Easy Fruit Bread Recipe
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Bake deliciously easy fruit bread with our Easy Fruit Bread Recipe. This delightful loaf is brimming with juicy cranberries, raisins, and aromatic spices, making it a perfect choice for breakfast, snacks, or even as a dessert. Its versatility allows you to customize it with your favorite dried fruits or nuts, ensuring a unique flavor every time you bake. Whether you’re cozying up at home or sharing it at gatherings, this fruit bread is sure to impress everyone. Enjoy the blend of sweet and spice in every bite!

Ingredients

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  • 357 g all-purpose flour
  • 210 ml warm water
  • 1 tsp instant yeast
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 42.6 g butter
  • 32 g sugar
  • 80–90 g cranberries
  • 80–90 g raisins
  • 60–70 g currants
  • 80–90 g dried cherries (optional)
  • 1/2 tsp cinnamon powder
  • 1/4 tsp cardamom powder
  • 1/4 tsp nutmeg powder (optional)
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla sugar or pure vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. In a mixing bowl, combine warm water and yeast; let sit for about five minutes until frothy.
  2. In another bowl, mix flour, salt, sugar, cinnamon powder, cardamom powder, and nutmeg powder.
  3. Pour the yeast mixture into the dry ingredients along with melted butter; stir until combined.
  4. Gently fold in the dried fruits until evenly distributed.
  5. Knead on a floured surface for about ten minutes until smooth.
  6. Place in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise for two hours or until doubled in size.
  7. Shape into a loaf and place in a greased loaf pan; let rise again for an hour.
  8. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and bake for about 40 minutes or until golden brown.

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