Step 1
Combine warm water, yeast, and sugar in a large bowl. Let the mixture rest for several minutes until slightly foamy and active.
Step 2
Add flour, salt, butter, milk, and egg into the bowl. Mix thoroughly until a soft dough starts forming.
Step 3
Add fig and black pepper into the dough. Knead for several minutes until the ingredients distribute evenly and the dough becomes smooth.
Step 4
Place the dough in a greased bowl.
Step 6
Allow the dough to rise until doubled in size.
Step 7
Transfer the dough into a loaf pan and shape evenly. Let it rest again for additional rising before baking.
Step 8
Bake the bread in a preheated oven until the crust turns golden brown and the loaf sounds hollow when tapped.
Step 9
Remove the bread from the oven and allow it to cool before slicing and serving.
