Lenten Raisin Bread is a delicious and wholesome treat, perfect for anyone observing fasting periods or simply looking for a light, flavorful bread. Made without dairy or eggs, this recipe combines the natural sweetness of raisins with the rich aroma of cinnamon and orange zest, creating a delightful balance of flavors. Whether you’re enjoying it for breakfast, as a snack, or alongside your afternoon tea, this Lenten bread offers a comforting and satisfying experience.
What makes this raisin bread stand out is the inclusion of tahini, which adds a nutty richness to the dough, elevating both its taste and texture. The braiding of the dough not only makes these breads visually appealing but also ensures an even distribution of raisins throughout each bite. With just a few simple ingredients and easy-to-follow steps, you’ll be able to bake a batch of fragrant, golden-brown raisin breads that are perfect for sharing with loved ones.
Lenten Raisin Bread
28
pieces30
minutes25
minutes99
kcal55
minutesLenten Raisin Bread is a soft, subtly sweet bread that combines the flavors of orange zest, cinnamon, and raisins, with the richness of tahini. These golden-brown braided breads are dairy-free and egg-free, making them ideal for fasting periods or for those following a vegan diet. Each bite is packed with flavor and texture, thanks to the carefully braided dough and the generous amount of raisins.
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Ingredients
1 kg 2 lb All Purpose Flour
32 g 1.1 oz Dry Yeast – or 75 g (2.6 oz) Fresh Yeast
60 g 2.1 oz Sugar
3 3 Vanillins
1 pinch 1 pinch Salt
1 tsp 1 tsp Cinnamon Powder
Zest and Juice of 1 Orange
250 g 8.8 oz Tahini
550 g 19.4 oz Water (lukewarm)
200 g 7 oz Black Raisins
Recipe directions
- In a bowl, add the flour, sugar, vanilla, yeast, a pinch of salt, cinnamon, and orange zest. Mix lightly.
- Add the orange juice and lukewarm water and mix.
- Add some of the tahini and knead.
- Spread the dough in the bowl and pour the remaining tahini and raisins in the center. Knead well for one minute to distribute the raisins throughout the dough.
- Cover the bowl and set it aside for 40 minutes to allow the dough to rise.
- Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead lightly to deflate the dough.
- Divide the dough into 50-gram pieces.
- Roll each piece of dough into thin ropes.
- Take three ropes and braid them together, sealing the ends.
- Repeat with the remaining dough ropes.
- Place the braided raisin breads on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, leaving some space between them. Let them rest for 20 minutes to rise.
- In a bowl, mix a little lukewarm water with a tablespoon of sugar.
- Brush the raisin breads with the sugar water and sprinkle with sesame seeds.
- Preheat the oven to 180°C (356°F) and bake for 25 minutes using top and bottom heating until golden brown.
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Nutrition Facts
28 servings per container
Calories99
- Amount Per Serving% Daily Value *
- Total Fat
5g
8%
- Saturated Fat 0.7g 0%
- Sodium 12mg 1%
- Amount Per Serving% Daily Value *
- Potassium 118mg 4%
- Total Carbohydrate
12.9g
4%
- Dietary Fiber 1.4g 4%
- Sugars 6.4g
- Protein 2.6g 4%
- Calcium 3%
- Iron 7%
* The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.