How many servings does this recipe make?

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

What ingredients do I need for Karlsbad Bread?

You need 9 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 ⅔ cups milk, room temperature or 400 ml milk, 7 ounces wheat sourdough starter or 200 g wheat sourdough starter, 9 cups all-purpose flour or 1 kg all-purpose flour, 3 ½ tablespoons fresh yeast or 30 g fresh yeast, and more.

Is Karlsbad Bread suitable as general?

Yes, Karlsbad Bread falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

How do I store leftover Karlsbad Bread?

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.

Karlsbad Bread Recipe

Name: Karlsbad Bread
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 ⅔ cups milk, room temperature or 400 ml milk; 7 ounces wheat sourdough starter or 200 g wheat sourdough starter; 9 cups all-purpose flour or 1 kg all-purpose flour; 3 ½ tablespoons fresh yeast or 30 g fresh yeast; 1 cup butter or 250 g butter; 1 cup sugar or 200 g sugar; 6 egg yolks; ½ tablespoon salt or 10 g salt; 1 egg, for brushing

Bake this irresistible Karlsbad Bread at home. Made with milk, starter, flour and fresh yeast. Easy step-by-step instructions included.

This Karlsbad Bread relies on simple, everyday ingredients such as butter or 250 g butter, sugar or 200 g sugar, egg yolks and salt or 10 g salt. It comes together quickly and makes 4 servings, at about 1896 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

1 ⅔ cups milk, room temperature or 400 ml milk
7 ounces wheat sourdough starter or 200 g wheat sourdough starter
9 cups all-purpose flour or 1 kg all-purpose flour
3 ½ tablespoons fresh yeast or 30 g fresh yeast
1 cup butter or 250 g butter
1 cup sugar or 200 g sugar
6 egg yolks
½ tablespoon salt or 10 g salt
1 egg, for brushing

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Servings
4 servings
Calories
1896 kcal
Category
General

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