Sweet Cinnamon Raisin Delight Bread
Indulge in the warm, comforting flavors of homemade Sweet Cinnamon Raisin Delight Bread made effortlessly in your bread machine. This deliciously sweet and aromatic bread features a delightful swirl of cinnamon and raisins, perfect for breakfast, snacking, or toasting. This recipe combines simple ingredients, ensuring everyone, from novice bakers to seasoned pros, can enjoy the delightful taste of freshly baked bread right at home. Share it with family and friends or savor it all on your own!
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Servings
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Calories
8
Ingredients
Ingredients
water
1 cup (Room temperature)
margarine
2 tablespoons (Softened)
all-purpose flour
3 cups (Sifted)
sugar
3 tablespoons (Granulated)
salt
1 1/2 teaspoons (Fine or table salt)
cinnamon
1 teaspoon (Ground)
bread machine yeast
2 1/2 teaspoons (Active dry)
raisins
3/4 cup (Seedless, mixed in on the add-in beep)
Instructions
1
Begin by adding the water and margarine to the bread pan of your bread machine. Ensure the margarine is softened for better mixing.
2
Next, carefully add in the flour, sugar, salt, and cinnamon in the order listed, creating a layer over the liquid ingredients.
3
Make a small well in the center of the flour mixture and add the yeast, ensuring it does not come into contact with the liquid yet.
4
Select the 'sweet bread' setting on your bread machine and start the machine.
5
When your machine signals the 'add in' beep, open the lid and gently add the raisins to the dough for the final mix.
6
Allow the bread machine to complete its cycle, which will include mixing, rising, and baking the bread.
7
Once the baking is finished, carefully remove the bread from the pan and let it cool on a wire rack before slicing.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sweet Cinnamon Raisin Delight Bread?
It is a sweet and aromatic homemade bread featuring a swirl of cinnamon and raisins, made easily using a bread machine.
Can I make this recipe in a bread machine?
Yes, this recipe is specifically designed to be made effortlessly in a bread machine.
What setting should I use on my bread machine?
You should select the 'sweet bread' setting for this recipe.
In what order should I add the ingredients?
Start with water and margarine, followed by flour, sugar, salt, and cinnamon, and finally add the yeast in a well in the center.
When do I add the raisins to the bread?
Add the raisins when the bread machine signals the 'add in' beep during the mixing cycle.
How much water is needed for this bread?
This recipe requires 1 cup of room temperature water.
Does the margarine need to be melted?
The margarine should be softened, rather than completely melted, for better mixing.
What type of flour is best for this recipe?
You should use 3 cups of sifted all-purpose flour.
How much sugar is in the Sweet Cinnamon Raisin Delight Bread?
The recipe calls for 3 tablespoons of granulated sugar.
What kind of yeast should I use?
Use 2 1/2 teaspoons of bread machine yeast or active dry yeast.
Why shouldn't the yeast touch the liquid initially?
Placing the yeast in a well within the dry ingredients prevents it from activating prematurely before the mixing cycle begins.
How much cinnamon is used in this recipe?
The recipe requires 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon.
What type of raisins are recommended?
The recipe suggests 3/4 cup of seedless raisins.
Is this bread suitable for beginners?
Yes, the simple ingredients and bread machine process make it perfect for novice bakers.
Should I sift the flour?
Yes, sifting the all-purpose flour is recommended for the best results.
How much salt is included in the dough?
The recipe uses 1 1/2 teaspoons of fine or table salt.
What is the first step in the instructions?
The first step is adding the water and softened margarine to the bread pan.
Is this bread good for toasting?
Yes, it is described as perfect for breakfast, snacking, or toasting.
How many ingredients are needed in total?
There are 8 main ingredients required for this recipe.
What should I do after the bread is finished baking?
Carefully remove the bread from the pan and let it cool on a wire rack before slicing.
Can I use butter instead of margarine?
While the recipe specifies margarine, butter can usually be substituted in equal amounts in bread machine recipes.
Is this bread considered a comfort food?
Yes, it is characterized by warm, comforting flavors and is tagged as a comfort food.
How many raisins are used?
The recipe calls for 3/4 cup of seedless raisins.
What kind of sugar is used?
The recipe specifies granulated sugar.
Can I add the raisins at the very beginning?
It is better to add them at the 'add-in' beep so they don't get crushed during the initial heavy mixing.
Why should I cool the bread on a wire rack?
Cooling on a wire rack prevents the bottom of the bread from becoming soggy due to trapped steam.
What makes this bread aromatic?
The combination of ground cinnamon and raisins creates a sweet, fragrant aroma while baking.
Is this a yeast-based bread?
Yes, it is a yeast bread that undergoes rising cycles in the bread machine.
How much margarine is used?
The recipe requires 2 tablespoons of softened margarine.
Is the bread machine cycle automated?
Yes, the cycle includes mixing, rising, and baking once the machine is started.