1 cup of lukewarm milk- love, nurturing
1 package of active dry yeast (.25 ounce)
1 egg - protection, strength
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons white sugar- love
2 tablespoons brown sugar - love
2 teaspoons vanilla extract - joy, love, luck
1 teaspoon salt- cleansing & purification, grounding, protection
3 cups flour
3/4 cups dried cherries - happiness, love
3/4 cups chocolate chips- love, prosperity
-Mix milk and yeast in a small bowl with a fork until frothy, about 5 minutes.
-Add egg, butter, white sugar, brown sugar, vanilla extract, and salt.
-Beat for 1 to 2 minutes.
-Add 1 cup flour. Beat for about 5 minutes.
-Add remaining 2 cups flour; mix until the dough comes together.
-Turn dough out onto a lightly floured work surface.
-Knead until dough is smooth and feels rubbery, about 10 minutes.
-Add additional flour if needed.
-Add chocolate chips and cherries; knead just until incorporated.
-Cover dough and let rise in a warm, humid area until doubled, about 1 hour.
-Punch down dough gently.
-Let rest for 10 minutes.
-Divide dough in half; shape into loaves.
-Transfer loaves to a greased baking sheet and let rise again, about 1 hour more.
-Bake in the preheated oven until browned, 20 to 30 minutes.