Raisin Bran Bread Recipe

Indulge in the wholesome goodness of our Raisin Bran Bread! This recipe uses nutritious wheat bran (not cereal) for a hearty loaf bursting with the sweet delight of raisins. A perfect blend of healthy and delicious, this bread is easy to make and incredibly satisfying. Prep time includes the rising time.

Prep Time 110 mins
Cook Time 105 mins
Calories 1599.9 kcal
Protein 78g
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Ingredients for Raisin Bran Bread

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How to Make Raisin Bran Bread

  1. In a large bowl, combine 1 1/3 cups all-purpose flour, 1/2 cup wheat bran, 1/4 cup wheat germ, 1/2 cup packed brown sugar, 2 1/4 teaspoons undissolved active dry yeast, and 1 teaspoon salt.
  2. In a small saucepan, heat 1 cup warm water (105-115°F), 1/2 cup warm milk (105-115°F), and 1/4 cup melted unsalted butter until very warm (do not boil).
  3. Gradually add the warm liquid mixture to the dry ingredients, mixing with a wooden spoon until just combined.
  4. Beat with an electric mixer on medium speed for 2 minutes, scraping the bowl occasionally.
  5. Stir in 1 cup raisins and enough remaining all-purpose flour (about 1/2 - 3/4 cup) to make a soft, slightly sticky dough.
  6. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead until smooth and elastic, about 8-10 minutes.
  7. Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, turning to coat. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap.
  8. Let the dough rest for 10 minutes.
  9. Divide the dough in half.
  10. On a lightly floured surface, roll each half into a 12 x 7-inch rectangle.
  11. Starting at the short end, tightly roll up each rectangle like a jelly roll.
  12. Pinch the seam and ends to seal.
  13. Place the loaves, seam-side down, in two greased 8 1/2 x 4 1/2-inch loaf pans.
  14. Cover the pans loosely with plastic wrap.
  15. Let rise in a warm, draft-free place until doubled in size, about 1 hour.
  16. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  17. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  18. Remove from pans and cool completely on a wire rack before slicing and serving.
  19. Enjoy your homemade Raisin Bran Bread!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

58 g

Sugar

348g

Fat

85g

Carbs

101g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Raisin Bran Bread?

Raisin Bran Bread takes about 215 minutes from start to finish — roughly 110 minutes to prepare and 105 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Raisin Bran Bread?

Raisin Bran Bread has approximately 1599.9 calories per serving, with about 78 g protein, 101 g carbohydrates and 48 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Raisin Bran Bread?

The key ingredients for Raisin Bran Bread are All Purpose Flour, Oat Flour, Wheat Bran, Wheat Germ, Brown Sugar, Fast Rising Yeast. See the full list with measurements above.

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