Ethiopian Honey Yeast Bread (Whole Grain!) Recipe

Name: Ethiopian Honey Yeast Bread (Whole Grain!)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon active dry yeast; ¼ cup lukewarm water; 3 tablespoons egg whites; ⅓ cup local wildflower honey; 1 ½ teaspoons ground coriander; ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon; ¼ teaspoon ground cloves; 1 teaspoon sea salt; 1 cup lukewarm 2% low-fat milk; 6 tablespoons melted light margarine; 5 cups white whole wheat flour

Servings: persons

1
In smal1l bowl, sprinkle yeast over warm water.
2
Let stand 3 minutes, then stir to dissolve.
3
Set in warm place 5 minutes; should double in volume.
4
If it doesn't, repeat procedure.
5
Combine egg whites, honey, coriander, cinnamon, cloves, and salt in deep bowl, mixing until smooth.
6
Add yeast mixture, milk, and 5 tablespoons melted margarine.
7
Beat until well blended.
8
Stir in 4-4 1/2 c flour (1/2 cup at a time), until it is too stiff to stir.
9
(You may not need all ofthe flour).
10
On lightly floured board, knead dough.
11
Add remaining flour as necessary to prevent sticking.
12
Knead 5 minutes.
13
Place in large, greased bowl.
14
Cover with damp cloth and let sit in warm place for 90 minutes.
15
Grease baking sheet with 1 tablespoon margarine.
16
Punch down dough and knead again for 3 minutes.
17
Shape into a round, and place on baking sheet.
18
Preheat oven to 325F.
19
Let rise 10 minutes while oven preheats.
20
Bake 1 hour until top is crusty and light golden brown.

626

kcal

Calories

Fat

128

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon active dry yeast, ¼ cup lukewarm water, 3 tablespoons egg whites, ⅓ cup local wildflower honey, and more.

Yes, Ethiopian Honey Yeast Bread (Whole Grain!) falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Ethiopian Honey Yeast Bread (Whole Grain!)

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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