Rye Bread Recipe

Name: Rye Bread
Total time: 210 min
Yield: 6
Ingredients: 1 cup Warm Water; 0.25 cup Molasses; 2.25 tsp Active Dry Yeast; 1.5 cup Rye Flour; 1.5 cup All-purpose Flour; 1.5 tsp Salt; 2 tsp Caraway Seeds

This homemade rye bread has a hearty flavour and a dense texture, making it perfect alongside a warm soup.

medium

03:30

METHOD

Step 1.
In a mixing bowl, combine the warm water, molasses, and yeast. Let it sit for about 5 minutes, until foamy.
Step 2.
Add the rye flour, all-purpose flour, salt, and caraway seeds to the yeast mixture. Mix until a dough forms.
Step 3.
Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 10 minutes, until smooth and elastic.
Step 4.
Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a clean towel, and let it rise in a warm place for about 2 hours, or until doubled in size.
Step 5.
Punch down the risen dough and shape it into a loaf. Place the loaf in a greased 9x5-inch loaf pan.
Step 6.
Cover the pan with a clean towel and let the dough rise again for about 45 minutes.
Step 7.
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the bread for 30-35 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the bread sounds hollow when tapped.
Step 8.
Remove the bread from the oven and let it cool in the pan for a few minutes. Then, transfer the bread to a wire rack to cool completely.
Step 9.
Once cooled, slice the homemade rye bread and enjoy with a thick spread of butter.
Step 10.
Store any leftover bread in an airtight container.