Austrian Pumpernickel Bread

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 11
Austrian Pumpernickel Bread recipe perfect for breakfast or snacks
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Prep

30 min

Cook

50 min

Ready In

2 hr 20 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

6 3/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
3/4 cup warm water
1/2 cup dark molasses
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 tablespoon caraway seed
1 tablespoon salt
2 1/2 cups dark rye flour
1 cup shredded wheat cereal
1/4 cup cocoa
2 - 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
cornmeal
butter or margarine , softened

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
12
Calories
200
Sugar
10g
Fat
4g
Austrian Pumpernickel Bread is a popular bread in Austrian cuisine that has been baked for centuries. The bread is slightly sweet and savory with a dense texture and nutty flavor that can be enjoyed with any filling or topping. The bread's rich whole-grain content and low glycemic index make it a healthy option for breakfast or snacks. This recipe uses a combination of flours and ingredients that provide good texture, flavor, and nutritional value to the bread.

Instructions

1.In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. Stir in the molasses, oil, caraway seeds, salt, rye flour, shredded wheat cereal, and cocoa until blended.
2.Stir in enough all-purpose flour to form a soft dough.
3.Turn onto a floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, about 6-8 minutes.
4.Place in a greased bowl, turning once to grease top. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 hour.
5.Punch dough down. Turn onto a lightly floured surface; shape into a round loaf.
6.Place on a baking sheet that has been sprinkled with cornmeal. Cover and let rise until doubled, about 1 hour.
7.Bake at 350° for 45-50 minutes or until bread sounds hollow when tapped. Remove from pan to a wire rack to cool. Brush with butter or margarine if desired.

PROS

Austrian Pumpernickel bread is a delicious and savory bread that is perfect for breakfast or snacks.

The bread is rich in fibers and has the perfect balance of sweetness with a pinch of caraway seeds.

The shredded wheat cereal used in this recipe provides good texture to the bread and gives it a healthy boost.

CONS

This bread takes a considerable amount of time to prepare and bake.

The sweetness may not be what everyone prefers in their bread.

Not suitable for people who are allergic to gluten or wheat.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Austrian Pumpernickel bread provides numerous health benefits due to its rich fibers and whole-grain content.
It can aid in weight loss, aid digestion, lower blood pressure, and reduce the risk of heart diseases.
The caraway seeds used in this recipe could also have anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effects to support overall health.

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