How to Make Swiss Farmer's Bread - Baked In's January 2022 Bread Baking Club Box

bread flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Whole wheat flour adds fiber and nutrients.

rye flour

🥗Healthier: spelt flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Spelt flour provides a similar taste with added health benefits.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is healthier and provides a different flavor.

honey

🥗Healthier: maple syrup

💰Cheaper: sugar

Maple syrup offers a unique flavor while being a natural sweetener.

Mix the strong white flour and wholemeal rye flour in a large bowl.

Dissolve the yeast in warm water and let sit until frothy, about 5 minutes.

Add the yeast mixture to the flour mixture along with dark brown sugar, milk, and melted butter.

Stir until a rough dough forms, then knead on a floured surface for 10-15 minutes until smooth.

Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a cloth, and let rise until doubled, about 1-2 hours.

Preheat the oven to 220°C (425°F).

Punch down the risen dough and shape it into a round loaf.

Place the loaf on a baking tray lined with baking paper and let it rise for another 30 minutes.

Optionally, score the top of the loaf with a knife and sprinkle with seeds or oats.

Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and hollow-sounding when tapped.

Cool on a wire rack before slicing.

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