Description
Indulge in the rich flavors of the Mediterranean with this Harvest Bread packed with dried fruits and nuts. This rustic loaf is perfect for breakfast or as a snack, offering a delightful combination of sweetness and crunch in every bite.
Ingredients
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Dough:
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons instant yeast
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 cup warm water (110°F/43°C)
- Extra flour for dusting
Fillings:
- 1/2 cup chopped dried figs or dates
- 1/2 cup golden raisins
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or almonds
- 1 tablespoon orange zest
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare Dough: Combine flour, yeast, and salt. Mix warm water, olive oil, and honey. Add wet ingredients to dry, stir until dough forms. Knead until elastic.
- Add Fillings: Fold in fruits, nuts, zest, and cinnamon. Shape dough into a ball; let rise.
- Shape and Bake: Form loaf, let rise again. Preheat oven. Dust with flour, bake until golden. Cool before slicing.
Notes
- Serve with cheese, olive oil, or preserves.
- Keeps well at room temperature for 2–3 days or freeze for longer storage.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 190 mg
- Fat: 6 g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
