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Easy No Knead Fruit Bread

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This easy no knead fruit bread is a soft, spiced loaf filled with juicy dried fruits, perfect for breakfast, toast, or holiday gifting—no kneading required.

  • Author: Sophia
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Total Time: 3 hours 20 minutes
  • Yield: 1 loaf (10–12 slices)
  • Category: Bread
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: European
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

2 3/4 cups (357 g) all-purpose flour

1 cup + 2 tbsp (210 ml) warm water

1 tsp instant yeast (or 1 1/4 tsp active dry yeast)

1 tsp (5.9 g) salt

3 tbsp (42.6 g) butter, melted

2 1/2 tbsp (32 g) sugar

1/2 cup dried cranberries (80–90 g)

1/2 cup raisins (80–90 g)

1/2 cup currants (60–70 g)

1/2 cup dried whole cherries (optional, 80–90 g)

1/2 tsp cinnamon powder (optional)

1/4 tsp cardamom powder (optional)

1/4 tsp nutmeg powder (optional)

1/2 tsp vanilla sugar or extract

Instructions

  1. Mix warm water, sugar, salt, and yeast in a bowl until dissolved. Add melted butter and flour, stirring to form a shaggy dough.
  2. Cover and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour, until doubled.
  3. Fold in dried fruits and spices. Gently deflate dough and press into a rectangle. Roll into a log and place in a greased loaf pan.
  4. Let the dough rise for another 90 minutes until puffed.
  5. Preheat oven to 350°F. Bake for 34–35 minutes, then lower temperature to 325°F and bake 4–5 more minutes. Tent with foil if browning too quickly.
  6. Cool in pan briefly, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Notes

  • Use a mix of dried fruits totaling 300–340 g for best texture and flavor.
  • Soak fruit in juice or rum overnight for added flavor.
  • Replace water with milk for a richer loaf.
  • Skip egg wash or use milk for an egg-free version.
  • Store at room temperature for 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.

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Find it online: https://savorymomskitchen.com/easy-no-knead-fruit-bread/