Bamboo Charcoal Soft European Bread

Flavor: Sweet; Process: Baking; Time: Several hours; Difficulty: Easy.

Detailed Steps for Cooking Bamboo Charcoal Soft European Bread

First, make the tangzhong: pour 200g of water (not included in the main ingredients) into 40g of high-gluten flour, stir until evenly mixed, and stir constantly over low heat until it becomes translucent and has lines. Let it cool to warm temperature and set aside.

Pour high-gluten flour, whole wheat flour, and all of the tangzhong into a mixing bowl, add salt, bamboo charcoal powder, and mix well.

Dissolve yeast powder in warm water (included in the main ingredients) and pour it into the mixing bowl.

Add the remaining warm water and start kneading the dough. (Reserve about 20g of water and add it as needed depending on the dough’s condition.) Start with low speed and then switch to high speed.

Knead the dough until it forms a ball. It is not necessary to stretch the dough to form a film.

Cover the dough with plastic wrap and let it rest in a warm place for the first fermentation. (Approximately 90 minutes)

While waiting for the dough to ferment, soak the raisins in cold water until soft, rinse them several times, and drain them.

Ferment the dough until it doubles in size.

Divide the dough into 6 equal portions and shape them into balls on a mat.

Roll out the dough into long strips of dough.

Flatten one end to facilitate sealing.

Spread the softened raisins on top and press gently.

Roll up the dough from top to bottom, fold both ends inward, and roll up the dough from one side to the other to seal it.

Place the sealed side down and shape it into an olive shape.

Repeat the process and place the dough in a baking pan. Cover with plastic wrap and let it rest for the second fermentation. (Approximately 40 minutes)

Ferment the dough until it slightly expands.

Sift a thin layer of dry flour on top of the dough.

Use a sharp blade to cut the desired pattern on the dough.

Preheat the oven: 180°C (top) and 175°C (bottom), and bake for 28 minutes.

The finished product.

Simple to make, low-fat, and healthy.

Soft and fluffy texture.

Sweet and delicious.

The finished product.