Munsterland Buttermilk Bread

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 12

Munsterland Buttermilk Bread with Rye Flour recipe for a healthy start to your day

by The Chefin Bread

Prep

30 min

Cook

60 min

Ready In

90 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

186

Sugar

Fat

Munsterland Buttermilk Bread with Rye Flour is a traditional German bread recipe that is made with a mixture of rye and wheat flour, buttermilk, cream cheese or quark, and yeast. The buttermilk and cream cheese in this recipe make the bread moist and tender, while the rye flour adds a lovely nutty flavor and texture. This healthy bread is perfect for sandwiches or enjoyed on its own with butter and jam. Follow these instructions carefully and enjoy baking this delicious bread!

Instructions

1.	In a large mixing bowl, combine yeast, sugar, and 2 cups of flour.
2.	Add warm buttermilk, cream cheese or quark, butter, and salt.
3.	Beat mixture with a hand mixer for about 2-3 minutes.
4.	Gradually add 1 ½ cups of flour and 1 ½ cups of rye flour, mix until thoroughly combined.
5.	Knead the dough for about 15 minutes, add flour if needed.
6.	Cover the dough with a cloth and let it rest for about 40-60 minutes.
7.	Preheat the oven to 375°F.
8.	Cut the dough in half and shape it into loaves.
9.	Place the loaves in a greased baking dish and let them rise for another 10 minutes before baking.
10.	Bake the loaves for about 50-60 minutes or until golden brown.

PROS

This bread is high in protein, fiber, and iron, making it a healthy addition to any meal.

The buttermilk and cream cheese make the bread moist and tender, while the rye flour adds a lovely nutty flavor and texture.

This bread can be sliced and served for breakfast, lunch, or dinner.

CONS

Baking bread is a time-consuming process that requires patience and attention to detail.
It may take several attempts to perfect this recipe.

This bread does not last very long and is best eaten within a few days of baking.

Those with gluten sensitivities should avoid this bread.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The combination of buttermilk, cream cheese, and rye flour makes this bread a good source of dietary fiber, protein, and iron. Fiber helps to regulate digestion, iron helps to regulate blood pressure, and protein helps to build and repair cells.

	2 1/4 ounces yeast
	1 tablespoon sugar
	3 3/4 cups flour
	1 cup warm buttermilk
	1/2 lb light cream cheese , room temperature ( or quark )
	2 tablespoons butter
	1 1/2 teaspoons salt
	1 1/2 cups rye flour