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Pumpernickel Bread Recipe

A hearty, dense bread with a rich, deep flavor.
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Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
Course: Bread
Cuisine: German
Servings: 12 slices
Calories: 150 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 2 cups Rye flour
  • 1 cup Whole wheat flour
  • 1 cup Bread flour
  • 2 tablespoon Cocoa powder
  • 1 tablespoon Instant coffee
  • 1 tablespoon Salt
  • 2 tablespoon Molasses
  • 2 teaspoon Active dry yeast
  • 1.5 cups Warm water

Instructions 

  1. 1. In a large mixing bowl, combine rye flour, whole wheat flour, bread flour, cocoa powder, instant coffee, and salt.
  2. 2. In a separate bowl, dissolve molasses and yeast in warm water. Let it sit for 5 minutes until frothy.
  3. 3. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Mix until a dough forms.
  4. 4. Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  5. 5. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
  6. 6. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Punch down the dough and shape it into a loaf. Place it in a greased loaf pan.
  7. 7. Bake for 45 minutes or until the bread sounds hollow when tapped. Let it cool before slicing.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 150kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 1g | Sodium: 300mg | Potassium: 150mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 5g | Calcium: 20mg | Iron: 2mg

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