Cranberry Raisin Walnut Cinnamon Artisan Bread
This Cranberry Raisin Walnut Cinnamon Artisan Bread combines the warm flavors of cinnamon with tart cranberries, sweet raisins, and crunchy walnuts, creating a perfect homemade treat for breakfast or snacks.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: 1 loaf (8 servings)
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- 2 teaspoons active dry yeast
- 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
- 1 1/4 cups warm water (110°F)
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries
- 1/2 cup raisins
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
- 2 tablespoons honey
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine flour, cinnamon, yeast, and salt.
- Add warm water and honey; mix until a sticky dough forms.
- Fold in cranberries, raisins, and walnuts evenly throughout the dough.
- Cover bowl with a damp cloth and let the dough rise at room temperature for 1 to 2 hours, until doubled in size.
- Preheat oven to 450°F (230°C). Place a Dutch oven or heavy pot inside to heat.
- Turn the dough onto a floured surface and shape into a round loaf.
- Carefully transfer the dough to the preheated Dutch oven, cover with the lid, and bake for 30 minutes.
- Remove lid and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until the crust is golden and crisp.
- Let the bread cool on a wire rack before slicing.
Notes
For extra flavor, brush the warm bread with melted butter and sprinkle with a little cinnamon sugar before serving.