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Cinnamon Raisin Sourdough Swirl

A deliciously aromatic sourdough bread swirled with cinnamon and raisins, perfect for breakfast or as a snack.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 3 hours
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

Dough
  • 500 g bread flour plus extra for dusting
  • 350 ml water room temperature
  • 100 g active sourdough starter fed and bubbly
  • 10 g salt
Filling
  • 100 g brown sugar packed
  • 2 tbsp ground cinnamon
  • 150 g raisins soaked in warm water for 10 minutes
  • 30 g unsalted butter softened

Method
 

Prepare the Dough
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine the bread flour and salt. In a separate bowl, mix the water and sourdough starter until well combined. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until a shaggy dough forms.
  2. Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 10 minutes until smooth and elastic. Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover with a kitchen towel, and let it rise at room temperature for 3-4 hours or until doubled in size.
Prepare the Filling
  1. In a small bowl, mix the brown sugar and ground cinnamon together. Set aside.
  2. After the dough has risen, punch it down and turn it out onto a floured surface. Roll it into a rectangle about 1/2 inch thick.
  3. Spread the softened butter over the dough, then sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture evenly on top, followed by the soaked raisins.
Shape and Bake
  1. Starting from one long edge, roll the dough tightly into a log. Pinch the seams to seal. Place the log seam-side down in a greased loaf pan.
  2. Cover the loaf with a kitchen towel and let it rise for another 1-2 hours until puffy.
  3. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake the loaf for 40-45 minutes until golden brown and hollow sounding when tapped. Let cool before slicing.

Notes

For best results, use a mature sourdough starter. Adjust the baking time based on your oven's performance.