Swedish Limpa Bread Recipe

Name: Swedish Limpa Bread
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups orange juice; 1/2 cup butter; 1 1/3 cups dark brown sugar; 1/4 cup dark molasses; 2 1/2 teaspoons caraway seeds; 2 teaspoons anise seed; 2 teaspoons salt; 2 cups cold water; 3 tablespoons yeast; 4 cups rye flour (medium); 5 -6 cups all-purpose flour

Servings: persons

2 cups orange juice
1/2 cup butter
1 1/3 cups dark brown sugar
1/4 cup dark molasses
2 1/2 teaspoons caraway seeds
2 teaspoons anise seed
2 teaspoons salt
2 cups cold water
3 tablespoons yeast
4 cups rye flour (medium)
5 -6 cups all-purpose flour

1
Combine first six ingredients in a medium saucepan and bring to a boil; boil for approximately 5 minutes.
2
Let cool some, then add the salt and cold water.
3
Test the temperature, then add the yeast.
4
Transfer to a mixing bowl and add the rye flour and as much white flour as needed to make a soft dough.
5
Knead well.
6
The bread dough will be sticky.
7
Let rise until double.
8
Shape into 4 loaves (Traditionally in round loaves, but loaf pans work also) and let rise again until double.
9
Bake at 350 degrees F for about 30 minutes.

1430

kcal

Calories

Fat

273

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

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: 2 cups orange juice, 1/2 cup butter, 1 1/3 cups dark brown sugar, 1/4 cup dark molasses, and more.

Yes, Swedish Limpa 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.

Swedish Limpa Bread

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