Last Updated on December 29, 2023 by Sultana Parvin
Sultana bread is a sweet and soft bread packed with juicy sultanas (raisins) for a delicious and fruity flavor. This bread is perfect for breakfast, a snack, or even as a dessert. The soft texture and subtle sweetness make it a family favorite. Here is a simple and easy-to-follow recipe that will help you make a delicious loaf of Sultana bread at home.
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Ingredients:
- 500g all-purpose flour
- 7g active dry yeast
- 50g sugar
- 10g salt
- 240ml warm milk
- 60g melted butter
- 200g sultanas
- 1 egg (for glazing)
How to Prepare Sultana Bread
- Mix flour, yeast, sugar, and salt in a large mixing bowl.
- Add the warm milk and melted butter and mix until the dough forms.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface for 8-10 minutes or until smooth and elastic.
- Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover it with a clean towel, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
- Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).
- Add the sultanas to the risen dough and knead until they are evenly distributed.
- Shape the dough into a loaf and place it in a greased loaf pan.
- Beat the egg and brush it over the top of the loaf.
- Bake the bread for 20-25 minutes or until the crust is golden brown.
- Allow the bread to cool completely on a wire rack before slicing and serving.
Enjoy your delicious and fresh Sultana bread!
Here are a few tips for making delicious Sultana bread:
- Use fresh ingredients: Make sure to use fresh ingredients, such as yeast, milk, sugar, and butter, for the best flavor and texture.
- Don’t overmix the dough: Overmixing the dough can lead to tough and dense bread. Knead gently until the dough is smooth and elastic.
- Let the dough rise in a warm place: Place the dough in a warm and draft-free place to rise. A good tip is to preheat the oven for a minute and then turn it off and place the dough inside.
- Add sultanas at the right time: Add the sultanas when the dough has doubled in size and before shaping it into a loaf. This way, the sultanas will be evenly distributed throughout the bread.
- Bake at the right temperature: Bake the bread at a temperature of around 200°C (400°F) for 20-25 minutes or until the crust is golden brown.
- Let it cool completely: Allow the bread to cool completely on a wire rack before slicing to ensure that the crumb remains soft and tender.
