Croatian Berry Sweet Bread
A sweet bread recipe combining the flavors of Croatia with fresh berries, perfect for a breakfast or snack.
Ingredients
- ●1 cup mildly sweet milk
- ●2 cups all-purpose flourgluten-free option: substitute with 1:1 ratio of almond flour
- ●1 teaspoon active dry yeast
- ●1/4 teaspoon salt
- ●1/2 cup, diced granny smith apple
- ●1 cup fresh berries
- ●2 tablespoons sugar
Instructions
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1. In a large mixing bowl, combine milk and yeast. Let it sit for 5 minutes to activate the yeast.
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2. Add flour, salt, sugar, and diced apple to the bowl. Mix until a sticky dough forms.
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3. Knead the dough on a floured surface for 10 minutes, until smooth and elastic.
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4. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour.
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5. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
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6. Punch down the dough and shape it into a round loaf.
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7. Place the loaf on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
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8. Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until golden brown.
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9. Let the bread cool on a wire rack for 10 minutes before slicing.
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10. Serve warm with fresh berries on top.