A delightful spiced bread with raisins soaked in apple juice, perfect for breakfast or a cozy snack.
Soak the golden raisins in the unsweetened apple juice for about 20 minutes to plump them up.
Ensure the raisins are fully submerged in the juice for even soaking.
Strain the raisins, reserving the juice, and set the raisins aside.
Save the juice to use in the bread dough for added flavor.
Add the reserved apple juice, softened butter, white bread flour, light brown sugar, salt, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, ground ginger, and active dry yeast to the bread machine pan in the order recommended by the manufacturer.
Layer the ingredients carefully to ensure proper mixing and rising.
Select the Sweet setting on your bread machine, and choose the light crust option if available. Start the machine.
Check the dough consistency after a few minutes of mixing and adjust with a little flour or liquid if needed.
Add the soaked raisins during the last kneading cycle as indicated by your bread machine.
Ensure the raisins are evenly distributed throughout the dough.
Once the bread is done, remove it from the machine and let it cool on a wire rack before slicing.
Allow the bread to cool completely for easier slicing and better texture.
Slice and serve the bread as is, or with your favorite spread. Enjoy!
Pair with butter or cream cheese for a delightful treat.
