Finished dish photo of Whole Wheat Coconut Raisin Bread

Whole Wheat Coconut Raisin Bread

Whole wheat flour is the most nutritious of all flours. Not only is it high in nutrition, but it is also virtually fat-free and low in calories, making it an excellent choice for those looking to stay slim. Whole wheat foods are beneficial to health.

Ingredients

High-Gluten Flour200g
Whole Wheat Flour50g
Fine Granulated Sugar20g
Whole Egg Liquid30g
Milk100g
Heavy Cream (or Milk)40g
Salt3g
High-Sugar-Tolerant Yeast3g
Butter20g
“Coconut Raisin Filling”:to taste
Butter35g
Raisins40g
Desiccated Coconut30g
Milk Powder25g
Whole Egg Liquid18g
Powdered Sugar25g

Steps

1

Mix milk, cream, yeast, sugar, salt, and egg liquid until melted. Add wheat flour and whole wheat flour, knead into a smooth dough, then incorporate butter and knead until the dough reaches the stretch stage. Cover and let ferment until it doubles in size.

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2

Test with your hand.

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For fully proofed dough, dip your finger in flour, insert it into the dough, and remove it. If the indentation does not bounce back, it is ready.

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1. Soften the butter in a bowl beforehand. 2. While the dough is proofing, prepare the filling. 3. Place all filling ingredients in a bowl.

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Mix the filling ingredients with a spatula until evenly combined and refrigerate until needed.

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6

Deflate the fully proofed dough and weigh the total dough. Divide it into 6 equal portions. Round each portion, cover with plastic wrap, and let rest for 15 minutes.

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7

Roll each dough portion into a circular disc.

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8

Divide the filling into 6 equal portions.

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9

Place the filling in the center of the dough disc.

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10

Lift three evenly spaced points of the dough edge and pinch them together.

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Seal the opening firmly! Firmly! Shape into a triangular bread piece.

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Finish shaping all pieces, place them on a baking tray with the seam side down.

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Cover with plastic wrap and proof until doubled in size. Dust the surface with dry flour, use a sharp knife to score the surface as desired. Preheat the oven to 180°C. Bake at mid-level with top and bottom heat for 18–20 minutes.

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Cooking Tips

1. Different flours have varying water absorption rates, so adjust the liquid amount as needed. 2. The filling can be customized to your liking (e.g., red bean paste, sesame, cranberry, custard, or nut fillings). 3. Make sure to seal the dough tightly.