Cinnamon Raisin Sourdough Bread Recipe

Cinnamon raisin sourdough loaf with a golden crust, cinnamon swirl and plump raisins

Cinnamon Raisin Sourdough Bread Recipe

This cinnamon raisin sourdough is designed for home bakers who want a dependable artisan loaf with clear timing cues and practical guidance. It makes 1 loaf and takes about 24 hours.

Recipe at a glance

  • Difficulty: Intermediate
  • Yield: 1 loaf
  • Total time: About 24 hours
  • Hydration: 68%

Ingredients

  • 500g bread flour
  • 340g water
  • 100g active starter
  • 10g fine sea salt
  • 80g raisins
  • 40g brown sugar
  • 2 teaspoons cinnamon

Instructions

  1. Soak the raisins in warm water for 15 minutes, then drain and pat thoroughly dry.
  2. Mix flour, water, starter, and salt. Bulk ferment, completing the first fold after 30 minutes.
  3. Combine the cinnamon and brown sugar. During the second fold, laminate the dough and distribute the raisins and cinnamon sugar evenly.
  4. Continue bulk fermentation until the dough is aerated and has risen about 30-50%. Shape carefully to keep the filling inside.
  5. Cold-proof overnight. Bake at 450 F, covered for 20 minutes and uncovered for 20-25 minutes.
  6. Cool before slicing.

Baker’s tip

Cinnamon can slow fermentation. Expect this dough to need a little more time than a plain loaf.

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