Old-World Dark Bread Recipe

Name: Old-World Dark Bread
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 to 4-1/2 cups all-purpose flour; 4 cups rye flour; 2 cups All-Bran; 2 packages (1/4 ounce each) active dry yeast; 2 tablespoons instant coffee granules; 1 tablespoon sugar; 1 tablespoon salt; 1 tablespoon caraway seeds; 1 teaspoon fennel seed, crushed; 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander; 3 cups water, divided; 1/2 cup molasses; 1/4 cup butter, cubed; 2 tablespoons cider vinegar; 1 ounce unsweetened chocolate; 1 tablespoon cornstarch

Servings: persons

4 to 4-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
4 cups rye flour
2 cups All-Bran
2 packages (1/4 ounce each) active dry yeast
2 tablespoons instant coffee granules
1 tablespoon sugar
1 tablespoon salt
1 tablespoon caraway seeds
1 teaspoon fennel seed, crushed
1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
3 cups water, divided
1/2 cup molasses
1/4 cup butter, cubed
2 tablespoons cider vinegar
1 ounce unsweetened chocolate
1 tablespoon cornstarch

1
In a large bowl, combine the first 10 ingredients. In a saucepan, heat 2-1/2 cups water, molasses, butter, vinegar and chocolate to 120u00b0-130u00b0. Add to dry ingredients; beat just until moistened.
2
Turn onto a floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, about 6-8 minutes. Place in a greased bowl, turning once to grease top. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1-1/2 hours.
3
Punch dough down. Turn onto a lightly floured surface. Divide dough in half; shape each portion into a ball. Place on greased
4
. Cover and let rise until doubled, about 30 minutes.
5
Bake at 375u00b0 for 50-55 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from pans to wire racks to cool.
6
In a small saucepan, combine the cornstarch and remaining water until smooth. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until thickened. Brush over bread.

971

kcal

Calories

Fat

179

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 to 4-1/2 cups all-purpose flour, 4 cups rye flour, 2 cups All-Bran, 2 packages (1/4 ounce each) active dry yeast, and more.

Yes, Old-World Dark Bread 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.

Old-World Dark Bread

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