A round loaf of bread with a golden crust, studded with red cranberries and walnuts. Perfectly sliced and topped with a dollop of honey.

Cranberry Walnut Greek Bread

Name: Cranberry Walnut Greek Bread
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 55 min
Yield: 2
Cuisine: Greek
Ingredients: all-purpose flour, 2 cups; salt, 1 tsp; sugar, 1/2 tsp; dried oregano, 2 tsp; dried cranberries, 1/2 cup; walnuts, chopped, 1/2 cup; active dry yeast, 1 1/2 tsp; water, warm, 3/4 cup; olive oil, 2 tbsp

Category Brunch

Prep 20 minutes

Cook 35 minutes

Style Greek

Technique Baking

Diet Friendly Vegetarian

Daily Recipe: February 23, 2023

This recipe features a Greek-inspired bread made with seasonal ingredients like cranberries and walnuts. It's perfect for a cozy day at home and pairs well with a warm cup of tea or coffee.

Ingredients (for 2)

All-purpose flour - 2 cups
Salt - 1 tsp
Sugar - 1/2 tsp
Dried oregano - 2 tsp
Dried cranberries - 1/2 cup
Walnuts, chopped - 1/2 cup
Active dry yeast - 1 1/2 tsp
Water, warm - 3/4 cup
Olive oil - 2 tbsp

Preparation

Step 1 - 🍞🌿🍇

Combine the flour, salt, sugar, oregano, cranberries and walnuts in a mixing bowl.
Step 2 - 🧪💧🌡️

In a separate bowl, dissolve the yeast in warm water.
Step 3 - 🥄💦🍞

Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients and mix to combine.
Step 4 - 🙌🍞💪

Knead the dough on a floured surface for 10-15 minutes until smooth and elastic.
Step 5 - 🍞🌡️🕰️

Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a cloth and let it proof in a warm place for 1 hour.
Step 6 - 👊🍞🥖

Punch the dough down and shape it into a round loaf on a baking tray lined with parchment paper.
Step 7 - 🍞🌡️🕰️

Let the dough proof for another 20-30 minutes.
Step 8 - 🌡️🔥👨‍🍳

Preheat the oven to 375°F.
Step 9 - 🍞🕰️🔥

Bake the bread for 30-35 minutes until golden brown.
Step 10 - 🥄🫒🧊

Brush the top with olive oil and let it cool for 5-10 minutes.
Step 11 - 🍴🥖💛

Slice and serve with honey or your favorite spread.

Additional

This bread can be easily adapted to include other seasonal ingredients like pumpkin or zucchini. Kids can help mix the ingredients, knead the dough and shape the loaf. For a festive twist, you can shape the dough into a wreath and serve it for Easter or Christmas.