Cinnamon Raisin Bread (Whole Wheat)

I am a huge, huge fan of cinnamon raisin bread.  Every time my parents would buy the cinnamon raisin swirl bread from the store, I would sit there and eat piece after piece, unable to stop.  I don't think I've ever actually bought any on my own, but when I decided that I'd only be making my own bread from now on, betcha can't guess what loaf I decided to try first..

Duh.  Cinnamon raisin bread!  I found a great recipe as a jumping off point, and made my own adaptations as I went.  Guys, I can't tell you how much I loved this bread.  This is one of the first times I've had a totally soft and fluffy bread that is 100% whole wheat.  And considering the fact I only had half of the loaf left to take photos of the next day, I think that's a pretty good testament to how good this bread was.  So good.

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