A vibrant, alluring loaf bread with a crispy exterior, fluffy and soft inside bursting with the dark purple jammy delight of blackberries. The light dusting of powdered sugar makes it sparkle, while a cluster of fresh blackberries & mint leaves on the side echoes the fruit infusion inside.

Vietnamese Blackberry Bánh mì

Name: Vietnamese Blackberry Bánh mì
Prep time: 80 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 115 min
Yield: 2
Cuisine: Vietnamese
Ingredients: Fresh blackberries, 1 cup halved; Lime juice, 1 tbsp; Powdered sugar, 2 tbsp; Bread flour, 2 cups; Instant yeast, 1 tsp; Honey, 1 tbsp; Salt, 0.5 tsp; Warm water, 0.75 cup; Vegetable oil, 2 tbsp; Fresh mint leaves, for garnish

Category Brunch

Prep 80 minutes

Cook 35 minutes

Style Vietnamese

Technique Baking

Diet Friendly Vegetarian

Daily Recipe: September 07, 2025

Inspired by Vietnamese cuisine, we are introducing a twist to the usual bread variety by incorporating blackberries. The tart sweetness of blackberries marries up beautifully with the warm, savory flavor of the bread, creating a wonderful flavor profile that is both unique and delightful.

Ingredients (for 2)

Fresh blackberries - 1 cup - halved
Lime juice - 1 tbsp
Powdered sugar - 2 tbsp
Bread flour - 2 cups
Instant yeast - 1 tsp
Honey - 1 tbsp
Salt - 0.5 tsp
Warm water - 0.75 cup
Vegetable oil - 2 tbsp
Fresh mint leaves - for garnish

Preparation

Step 1 - 🍇🍋🍚

In a bowl, combine the blackberries and lime juice then sprinkle with the powdered sugar. Let it macerate for 15 minutes.
Step 2 - 🍯🧂🥣💧

In a separate large bowl, mix together bread flour, instant yeast, honey, and salt. Gradually add in the warm water while mixing until a dough begins to form.
Step 3 - 🤲🥖⏳

Knead the dough on a flour-dusted surface until it is smooth and elastic, around 10 minutes.
Step 4 - 🍇🍞🍽️

Roll out the dough into a rectangle and spread the blackberry mixture over, leaving a border. Roll up the dough tightly, pinch the ends and place in a greased loaf pan.
Step 5 - ⏳🍞🌡️

Cover the loaf and let it rise in a warm area for about an hour or until doubled in size.
Step 6 - 🔥🍞⏲️

Preheat the oven to 375°F. Brush the bread with vegetable oil and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the bread is golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped.
Step 7 - 🍚🍞⏲️

Let the bread cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely. Sprinkle a dusting of powdered sugar before serving.

Additional

This bread is excellent for a brunch treat; the presentation alone is enough to impress. Feel free to experiment, even substituting blackberries with raspberries or blueberries. Kids would love to help kneading the dough or spreading out the blackberries. This bread is best enjoyed on its own or with a hot cup of coffee on a cozy rainy day.