Portuguese Honey Spice and All Things Nice Fruit Bread

Indulge in the warm, spiced aromas of Portuguese Honey Spice and All Things Nice Fruit Bread, a rustic loaf that combines old-world charm with heartwarming flavors. This handmade bread is enriched with sweet honey and infused with fragrant spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves. Studded with plump raisins, chopped dried figs, and crunchy walnuts, every bite delivers a delightful medley of textures and tastes. Perfectly soft and lightly sweet, this bread rises to the occasion for breakfast spreads, afternoon tea, or as a unique holiday centerpiece. With simple ingredients and a straightforward process, this artisanal bread recipe is a testament to the beauty of slow baking. Serve fresh from the oven with butter or enjoy toasted for a comforting, spiced treat any time of day.

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 2.25 teaspoons dry yeast
• 0.5 cups warm water
• 0.5 cups warm milk
• 0.5 cups honey
• 0.25 cups butter, melted
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoons ground nutmeg
• 0.25 teaspoons ground cloves
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.75 cups raisins
• 0.5 cups dried figs, chopped
• 0.5 cups chopped walnuts

Directions

Step 1

In a small bowl, dissolve the dry yeast in the warm water and let it rest for 5 minutes until foamy.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the warm milk, honey, melted butter, and the egg. Mix well to combine.

Step 3

Add the yeast mixture to the wet ingredients and stir until smooth.

Step 4

In another bowl, mix the all-purpose flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and salt.

Step 5

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring with a wooden spoon or mixer until a soft dough forms.

Step 6

Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for about 8-10 minutes, or until smooth and elastic. Alternatively, use a dough hook attachment on a stand mixer.

Step 7

Flatten the dough slightly and fold in the raisins, chopped dried figs, and walnuts. Knead gently until they are evenly distributed.

Step 8

Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover with a clean kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm area for about 1 hour, or until it has doubled in size.

Step 9

Once risen, punch the dough down and shape it into a loaf. Place the loaf in a greased 9x5-inch loaf pan.

Step 10

Cover again and let the dough rise for an additional 30 minutes.

Step 11

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) while the dough is completing its second rise.

Step 12

Bake the bread for 40-45 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the loaf sounds hollow when tapped on the bottom.

Step 13

Remove from the oven and let the bread cool slightly in the pan before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 14

Slice and serve this fragrant bread on its own or with a smear of butter!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1109.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3240.3

Total Fat 102.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 38.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.0g
Cholesterol 358.3mg	0%
Sodium 1404.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 539.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 30.1g	0%
Total Sugars 223.3g
Protein 68.1g	0%

Vitamin D 131.8IU	0%
Calcium 522.8mg	0%
Iron 24.0mg	0%
Potassium 2555.6mg	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: 27.5%

Protein: 8.1%

Carbs: 64.4%