Ingredients
Method
- Add the honey, olive oil, and yeast to the warm water. Allow the yeast to proof for 5-10 minutes.
- In a stand mixer, combine the flours, salt, 1/2 tablespoon vanilla extract, and proofed yeast. Knead using a dough hook on medium speed for 7-10 minutes.
- Once the dough is smooth and sticky, place it in a large oiled bowl, cover the bowl with damp paper towels, and place in a warm place to rise (see my note below).
- Let the dough rise for 1 hour 30 minutes.
- Roll the dough out on a flour surface until it is roughly 1/4 inch thick. Beat together the egg and remaining vanilla and gently brush approximately half of the egg wash onto the rolled-out dough.
- Mix together the brown sugar, nutmeg, and cinnamon. Sprinkle the mixture evenly over the dough.
- Use both hands to slowly and evenly roll the dough into a loaf. Put the loaf in an oiled loaf pan and let rise for another 45-60 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees. While the oven is preheating, spread the remaining egg wash onto the loaf.
- Bake for 40 minutes or until golden brown. Let cool before serving.
Notes
To maximize the rising time, I boil water while the mixer kneads the bread. I then place the dough on the top shelf of the oven (which is off) and the pot of boiled water on a lower shelf. The moisture and warmth helps the bread rise.
