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Sourdough Cinnamon Raisin Bread – Soft, Sweet, and Perfectly Spiced Recipe

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This Sourdough Cinnamon Raisin Bread recipe yields a soft, sweet, and perfectly spiced loaf that combines the tangy depth of sourdough with the warm flavor of cinnamon and plump raisins. The bread is enriched with a cinnamon butter swirl for an indulgent yet balanced treat, ideal for breakfast or snack time.

  • Total Time: Overnight plus 5 hours (approximate active time 5 hours 15 minutes including resting and proofing)
  • Yield: 1 loaf (about 12-14 slices)

Ingredients

Bread

  • 100 gr sourdough starter, bubbly (or use levain, see notes)
  • 375 gr warm water (85-90°F)
  • 500 gr unbleached all-purpose flour
  • 10 gr salt
  • 120 gr raisins

Cinnamon Butter Filling

  • 4 tbsp salted butter (½ stick)
  • ¼ cup light brown sugar, packed
  • 2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1 tsp unbleached all-purpose flour

Optional Levain (instead of 100 grams bubbly starter)

  • 35 gr sourdough starter (not necessarily at peak, but not discard)
  • 35 gr water
  • 35 gr unbleached all-purpose flour

Instructions

  1. Prepare Levain (Optional): In a bowl, combine 35 grams sourdough starter, 35 grams water, and 35 grams flour until integrated. Cover and let it rest in a warm, draft-free space for 3 hours.
  2. Mix the Bread Dough: In a large bowl, mix sourdough starter (or levain) with 375 grams warm water until milky. Add 500 grams flour and 10 grams salt. Stir well to form a thick, sticky dough using a Danish dough whisk or sturdy spoon. Cover and let rest in a warm, draft-free spot for 1 hour.
  3. First Stretch and Fold: Wet your hands to manage stickiness. Stretch and fold the dough thoroughly, then cover and rest for 30 minutes.
  4. Add Raisins with Subsequent Folds: Before each fold, sprinkle a quarter of the raisins over the dough and fold over that portion. Repeat until all raisins are incorporated. Cover and rest for another 30 minutes.
  5. Second Stretch and Fold: Stretch the dough again, cover, and let rest for 30 minutes.
  6. Third and Final Stretch and Long Rest: Perform the fourth stretch and fold, then let the dough rest for an extended 3 hours in a warm place.
  7. Prepare Cinnamon Butter Filling: Mix 4 tablespoons salted butter, ¼ cup light brown sugar, 2 teaspoons cinnamon, and 1 teaspoon flour until combined. Set aside.
  8. Shape the Dough: Flour a surface lightly and stretch the dough into a 12×16 inch rectangle using fingers. Spread cinnamon butter evenly over the center of the dough. Fold the dough as a trifold (wallet fold) by folding the short side down ⅔ of the way, then fold the bottom over. Roll the folded dough tightly into a log, pinch ends, and place it seam-side down in a parchment-lined bowl. Cover loosely with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight.
  9. Preheat Oven and Dutch Oven: Preheat the oven to 425°F and place a Dutch oven inside to heat for at least 10-15 minutes after reaching temperature.
  10. Score and Bake: Remove dough from fridge, score the top with 3 cuts, and transfer on parchment directly into the hot Dutch oven. Cover and bake for 20 minutes.
  11. Finish Baking Uncovered: Remove the lid and bake for an additional 20-25 minutes, until the internal temperature reaches between 195°F and 210°F, and the crust is golden brown.
  12. Cool: Carefully remove the bread from the Dutch oven and cool completely on a rack before slicing to set crumb and texture.

Notes

  • Sourdough Starter: Use either 100 grams of active, bubbly starter or prepare a levain with equal parts starter, flour, and water and ferment for 3 hours. Levain results in a milder sour flavor and potentially easier digestion.
  • Cinnamon Butter: Adding flour to the cinnamon butter helps to absorb excess moisture preventing sogginess in the swirl.
  • Shaping: Use your fingers to stretch dough instead of rolling pin for better texture and control.
  • Storage: Keeps at room temperature for 3-5 days or freeze for up to 3 months, wrapped tightly for freshness.
  • Author: Adeline
  • Prep Time: 4 hours 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 45 minutes
  • Category: Bread
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

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