Low Sodium Raisin Swirl Bread

Treat yourself to the cozy, homemade charm of Low Sodium Raisin Swirl Bread—an irresistible twist on a classic favorite crafted for those seeking flavor without the extra salt. This tender, slightly sweet bread features warm swirls of cinnamon-sugar and plump, juicy raisins, delivering a perfect balance of indulgence and heart-smart satisfaction. The dough comes together effortlessly with pantry staples like honey, whole milk, and unsalted butter, while an easy kneading and rolling process ensures a beautifully marbled loaf every time. Bake up this golden masterpiece, perfect for breakfast, snack time, or as a delightful gift—best enjoyed toasted with a light smear of butter or paired with your favorite cup of tea. Low sodium baking at its finest, this recipe is a must-try!

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1 cup Whole milk
• 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 3 tablespoons Honey
• 2.25 teaspoons Active dry yeast
• 3.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
• 1 cup Raisins
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter, melted
• 3 tablespoons Sugar
• 1 whole Egg

Directions

Step 1

In a small saucepan, warm the milk over medium heat until bubbles form around the edges. Remove from heat and add the 4 tablespoons of unsalted butter and honey. Stir until melted and combined.

Step 2

Once the milk mixture has cooled to lukewarm, sprinkle the yeast over it. Let it sit for about 10 minutes until it becomes frothy.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, combine 3 cups of flour and the frothy milk mixture. Stir until a dough begins to form.

Step 4

Add the raisins and egg to the mixture and stir to incorporate.

Step 5

Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead, incorporating as much of the remaining half cup of flour as necessary, until the dough is smooth and elastic, about 8-10 minutes.

Step 6

Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover with a clean kitchen towel, and let rise in a warm place for about 1 to 1.5 hours or until doubled in size.

Step 7

Once the dough has risen, punch it down and turn it out onto a lightly floured surface. Roll it out to a rectangle about 9x14 inches.

Step 8

Brush the rolled-out dough with the 2 tablespoons of melted unsalted butter.

Step 9

In a small bowl, mix the sugar and cinnamon together. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the buttered dough.

Step 10

Roll up the dough tightly, starting from one of the short ends, and place it seam-side-down in a greased 9x5 inch loaf pan.

Step 11

Cover and let rise again until doubled, about 30-45 minutes.

Step 12

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 13

Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown and the bottom sounds hollow when tapped.

Step 14

Allow to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then remove from the pan and let cool completely on a wire rack before slicing.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1071.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3233.7

Total Fat 90.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 49.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.1g
Cholesterol 411.3mg	0%
Sodium 256.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 555.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 22.8g	0%
Total Sugars 206.5g
Protein 66.4g	0%

Vitamin D 155.4IU	0%
Calcium 554.9mg	0%
Iron 24.2mg	0%
Potassium 2286.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 24.7%

Protein: 8.0%

Carbs: 67.2%