Scandinavian Rye Bread (Bread Machine)

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 16
Scandinavian Rye Bread recipe for a flavorful and healthy meal
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Prep

10 min

Cook

3 hrs 30 min

Ready In

3 hrs 40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 1/4 cups beer
1 egg
3/4 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon light molasses
2 tablespoons packed brown sugar
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
2 cups bread flour
1 cup rye flour
1 teaspoon grated orange zest
1/2 teaspoon anise seed
1/2 teaspoon caraway seed
1/2 teaspoon fennel seed
1 1/2 teaspoons bread machine yeast or 1 1/2 teaspoons instant yeast

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
12
Calories
163
Sugar
4g
Fat
2g
Scandinavian Rye Bread or Rugbrød is a popular bread in Denmark and other Scandinavian countries. This bread has a dense texture and a rich rye flavor, perfect for a tasty and healthy meal. Traditionally, Rugbrød is enjoyed with cold cuts, cheese, or pickled herring. It's also a great choice for open-faced sandwiches called Smørrebrød. This recipe features a mix of seeds and a touch of orange zest to add some extra flavor. Making this bread in a bread machine is easy and convenient, and the result is a delicious, hearty loaf of bread that's perfect for any occasion.

Instructions

1.Add beer, egg, salt, molasses, brown sugar, and oil to bread machine pan, then add bread flour and rye flour. Sprinkle orange zest, anise seed, caraway seed, and fennel seed on top of the flour.
2.Make a well in the center of the flour and add yeast.
3.Follow the instructions of your bread machine and choose the basic bread setting.
4.Once done, remove the bread from the pan and let it cool for at least 15 minutes before slicing.

PROS

This bread has a delicious rye flavor with a hint of sweetness.
It’s a healthy alternative to white bread and is perfect for sandwiches or toasted with butter.
The seeds add a nice crunch and extra flavor to the bread.

It’s also easy to make using a bread machine, which does most of the work for you.

CONS

The bread requires a long rising time, which may not be convenient for some people.

It’s also a denser bread compared to white bread, which may not be to everyone’s liking.

Some people may not enjoy the taste of anise, caraway, or fennel seeds, which are all featured in this bread.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This bread is a healthier alternative to white bread as it contains more fiber, which helps with digestion.
Rye also has a lower glycemic index, meaning it doesn’t cause a spike in blood sugar levels like white bread does.
The seeds in the bread also offer some health benefits, such as aiding in digestion and reducing inflammation.

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