Pan Bon

Ingredients

All-purpose flour

4 cups

Sugar

1/4 cup

Salt

1 teaspoon

Active dry yeast

2 teaspoons

Warm milk

1 cup

Unsalted butter

1/4 cup, softened

Eggs

2, large

Vanilla extract

1 teaspoon

Raisins

1 cup

Mixed nuts

1 cup, chopped (such as walnuts, almonds, or pecans)

Instructions

1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, sugar, and salt. Whisk together to ensure even distribution.
2. In a separate small bowl, dissolve the active dry yeast in warm milk (about 110°F or 43°C) and let it sit for 5-10 minutes until it becomes frothy.
3. Add the yeast mixture, softened butter, eggs, and vanilla extract to the flour mixture. Mix until a dough begins to form.
4. Transfer the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead for about 10 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.
5. Place the kneaded dough into a greased bowl, cover it with a clean cloth, and let it rise in a warm, draft-free area for about 1 hour, or until it doubles in size.
6. Once risen, punch down the dough gently to release air pockets. Knead in the raisins and mixed nuts until evenly distributed.
7. Shape the dough into a loaf and place it in a greased loaf pan. Cover it again and let it rise for an additional 30 minutes.
8. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
9. Bake the bread for approximately 45 minutes, or until it is golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped on the bottom.
10. After baking, let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.