Kake Brod (Swedish Flat Bread)

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 19

Kake Brod: A Swedish flatbread perfect for any meal

by The Chefin Bread

Prep

30 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

55 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

228

Sugar

Fat

Kake Brod is a Swedish flatbread that's commonly enjoyed in Sweden and beyond. It's a simple, easy-to-make bread that can be served with any meal. It's a great option for people who want to enjoy freshly baked bread without the added stress of complicated recipes or bread-making machines. Kake Brod makes a great addition to a Swedish-inspired meal or can be enjoyed on its own with some butter and jam. It's a bread recipe worth trying out at least once!

Instructions

1.	In a small bowl, dissolve the yeast in the warm water and let it sit for 5 minutes.
2.	In a large bowl, mix the honey, warm milk, salt and softened butter until well combined.
3.	Add the yeast mixture and stir.
4.	Gradually add the flour until the mixture forms a dough that's easy to work with.
5.	Knead the dough for 10 minutes then place it in a greased bowl and let it rise in a warm spot until it doubles in size (about 1 hour).
6.	Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
7.	Shape the dough into a flat round loaf and place it on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
8.	Let the dough rest for 15 minutes.
9.	Bake the bread for 20-25 minutes until the crust is golden brown.
10.	Let it cool before slicing and serving.

PROS

Kake Brod is a simple, easy-to-make bread that’s perfect for any meal.

It can be eaten on its own or used to make sandwiches, toasts, or even as a side for a hearty soup.

The recipe is versatile and can be customized to add herbs and spices or even cheese to the dough.

It’s a great way to enjoy freshly baked bread without the hassle of a complicated recipe or a bread maker.

CONS

This bread recipe requires yeast, which may not be readily available in every kitchen.

It takes some time for the bread to rise and bake, which may not be suitable for those in a rush.

Kake Brod is a rich bread that may not be suitable for people on a low-carb or low-fat diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Kake Brod is a source of carbohydrates that provides energy.
It’s a low sodium bread that’s suitable for people on a low-sodium diet.
This recipe contains honey, which is a natural sweetener that’s considered to have some health benefits over refined sugar.

	1 1/4 ounces yeast
	1/4 cup warm water
	1 tablespoon honey
	1 1/3 cups warm milk
	2 teaspoons salt
	2 tablespoons softened butter
	4 -5 cups unbleached white flour