Honey bread is a delicious sweet appetizer, perfect for pairing with cheeses and cured meats. Its origins date back to antiquity when honey was one of the few sweeteners available. Today, honey bread has become a highly appreciated delicacy because of its sweet aroma and soft texture. This recipe is typical of the Tuscany region, where honey is a widely used ingredient. Preparing honey bread requires a bit of time and patience, but the final result is definitely worth it. Try this delicious variation of classic bread and let the sweetness of honey conquer you!
In a glass of warm water dissolve the yeast along with the sugar
Meanwhile, warm the cream and in a bowl mix it with the honey, a pinch of salt, and a quarter of the flour
Now add the glass with the yeast and the rest of the flour gradually, working energetically
Cover the container with a clean cloth and let it rest for half an hour
After this time, knead the dough on a work surface for a few minutes, shape it as desired, and place it in a greased baking pan, cover again, and let it rise until it doubles in volume
At this point, place it in the oven at maximum temperature for the first 15 minutes, then lower the temperature and bake for half an hour
As soon as it's out of the oven, brush the surface with liquid honey
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Italy, Toscana
| Energy (kcal) | 285.13 |
| Carbohydrates (g) | 53.48 |
| of which Sugars (g) | 6.56 |
| Fat (g) | 5.48 |
| of which Saturates (g) | 3.22 |
| Protein (g) | 8.19 |
| Fiber (g) | 1.45 |
| Sale (g) | 0.24 |
