Ingredients
- 3 1/2 cups all-purpose or bread flour
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 2 1/4 tsp active dry or instant yeast
- 1 tsp salt
- 4 large eggs
- 1/2 cup whole milk, warm
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup raspberry preserves or compote
- 1 egg + 1 tbsp milk (for egg wash)
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix warm milk, sugar, and yeast. Let sit for 5–10 minutes until foamy.
- Add eggs, flour, and salt. Knead until a rough dough forms. Gradually add softened butter and continue kneading until smooth and elastic (about 10–15 minutes).
- Place in a greased bowl, cover, and rise for 1.5 to 2 hours until doubled.
- Punch down dough and roll into a rectangle on a floured surface. Spread raspberry preserves evenly over the surface.
- Roll the dough tightly from the short end into a log. Cut in half lengthwise and twist the two halves together, keeping the cut sides up.
- Place the twist in a greased loaf pan. Cover and let rise for 45 minutes to 1 hour.
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Brush with egg wash and bake for 35–40 minutes until golden and cooked through.
- Cool slightly before slicing to reveal the swirl.
Notes
- Add white chocolate chips for contrast.
- Swap in other fruit preserves like strawberry or blueberry.
- Top with a powdered sugar glaze or sliced almonds before baking.
- Dough can be made ahead and refrigerated overnight.
- Check internal temperature (about 190°F) for doneness.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
