Cape Seed Loaf

May 15, 2023May 15, 20230 14
Cape Seed Loaf recipe for a healthy breakfast or snack
in Bread

Prep

20 min

Cook

50 min

Ready In

1 hr 10 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

500 g whole wheat bread flour
85 g sunflower seeds
50 g pumpkin seeds
25 g poppy seeds
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon yeast
1 tablespoon sugar
2 tablespoons sunflower oil
350 ml lukewarm water
1 egg , beaten

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
12
Calories
241
Sugar
2g
Fat
9g
The Cape Seed Loaf is a hearty and flavorful bread that is perfect for a healthy breakfast or snack. Packed with whole wheat flour and a variety of nutritious seeds, this bread is a great source of fiber and essential vitamins and minerals. The seeds also add a delicious and satisfying crunch to each bite. Whether toasted and spread with butter or jam, or enjoyed fresh and warm from the oven, the Cape Seed Loaf is a tasty and filling bread option.

Instructions

1.In a large bowl, mix the flour, sunflower seeds, pumpkin seeds, poppy seeds, salt, and yeast together.
2.Add the sugar, sunflower oil, beaten egg, and lukewarm water to the bowl, and stir the mixture until it forms a dough.
3.Turn the dough out onto a floured surface, and knead it for 5-10 minutes, until smooth and elastic.
4.Shape the dough into a loaf and place it into a greased bread tin, then cover it with a towel and let it rise for 1 hour.
5.Preheat the oven to 200°C (180°C fan), and bake the Cape Seed Loaf for 40-50 minutes, until golden brown and cooked through.

PROS

This bread is high in fiber and packed with nutritious seeds, making it a healthy and filling option for breakfast or a snack.

It is easy to make and can be enjoyed fresh out of the oven or sliced and toasted.

CONS

The baking time for this bread is longer than some other recipes, which may not be convenient for everyone.

The addition of seeds can also make the bread slightly crumbly, so it may not be the best choice for sandwiches.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The Cape Seed Loaf is a healthy bread choice, as it is high in fiber and contains a variety of nutritious seeds.
Sunflower seeds are a good source of vitamin E, while pumpkin seeds contain magnesium and zinc. Poppy seeds are also a good source of calcium and iron.

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