Batonchik (sweet raisin bread stick)

Instructions

1. Rehydrate the raisins for 10 minutes in lukewarm water, then drain and dry them.
2. Mix the flour, yeast, sugar and salt in a bowl.
3. Add the lukewarm milk and the egg, knead for 5 minutes, then work in the softened butter.
4. Knead for another 5 minutes until the dough is soft, then fold in the raisins.
5. Cover and let rise for 1 h 30 until doubled.
6. Divide the dough into 8 pieces, roll them into sticks about 15 cm long and place them on a tray.
7. Let rise for 30 minutes, then bake at 190 °C for 18 to 20 minutes, until a nice golden colour.