Irish Whiskey Soaked Raisin Sourdough
Prep
2 hours
Cook
35 minutes
Servings
10
Kcal
180
* 1 cup raisins
* 1/2 cup Irish whiskey
* 1 cup sourdough starter
* 1 1/2 cups bread flour
* 3/4 cup water
* 1 teaspoon salt
* 1 tablespoon sugar
* 1 tablespoon olive oil
* 1/2 teaspoon active dry yeast
1. In a bowl, combine the raisins and Irish whiskey. Allow them to soak for at least 2 hours, or overnight for best results.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the sourdough starter, bread flour, water, and soaked raisins (along with any remaining whiskey). Mix until a dough forms.
3. Add the salt, sugar, olive oil, and active dry yeast to the dough. Knead the mixture on a floured surface for about 10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
4. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm area for about 4 hours, or until doubled in size.
5. After the dough has risen, gently deflate it and shape it into a round loaf. Place it on a floured baking sheet or a proofing basket.
6. Let the shaped dough rise for another 2 hours, covered with a cloth.
7. Preheat the oven to 450°F (230°C).
8. Just before baking, score the top of the loaf with a sharp knife to allow for expansion.
9. Bake the loaf in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes until golden brown and hollow sounding when tapped on the bottom.
10. Remove from the oven and let cool on a wire rack before slicing.