Dark Tuscan Bread (Pane Toscano Scuro) — General recipe

Dark Tuscan Bread (Pane Toscano Scuro)

Eats Now Editorial Team  · 555 kcal  · General

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Bake this irresistible Dark Tuscan Bread (Pane Toscano Scuro) at home. Made with Starter, active dry yeast, warm water and flour. Easy step-by-step inst…

This Dark Tuscan Bread (Pane Toscano Scuro) relies on simple, everyday ingredients such as starter, active dry yeast (6 g), warm water and dough. It comes together quickly and makes 4 servings, at about 555 kcal each. The step-by-step instructions below are written to be easy to follow, even on a busy day.

It's versatile enough for an easy weeknight dinner yet satisfying enough for guests at the weekend. Serve it with your favorite sides, and keep any leftovers for a quick meal the next day.

Updated Jun 30, 2026

Serves 4 General
Servings: persons

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