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🌍Authentic German recipe from a Germany-based creator — ingredients and steps translated below
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Nico Stanitzok

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Seelen

Cultural Context

Seelen, a traditional bread roll from the Swabian region of Germany, is often enjoyed during festive occasions and gatherings. Its name, meaning 'souls', reflects the spiritual connection many people have with this comforting food. Today, Seelen can be found in bakeries across Germany and has inspired variations in other countries, showcasing its enduring popularity and adaptability.

GermanDEother
90 min
medium
12 servings
Servings4
380 ml kaltes Wasser
5 g frische Hefe oder 2 g Trockenhefe
250 g Dinkelmehl Type 630
250 g Weizenmehl Type 550
10 g Salz
10 g Backmalz (inaktiv)

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil adds healthy fats while margarine is a budget-friendly option.

caraway seeds

💰Cheaper: fennel seeds

Fennel seeds provide a similar flavor profile at a lower cost.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk is lower in calories, while water is a cost-effective substitute.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: agave syrup

Honey is a natural sweetener with added health benefits.

1

In a mixing bowl, combine the cold water and fresh or dry yeast until dissolved.

2

Add the spelt flour, wheat flour, salt, and inactive malt to the mixture.

3

Knead the dough until it is smooth and elastic.

4

Let the dough rise until it has doubled in size.

5

Shape the dough into desired forms and let it rest again before baking.

6

Bake in a preheated oven until golden brown.

Cooking Techniques

mixingkneadingrisingbaking

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

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Also Known As

SeelenbrotSeelenbrötchen
Local Name: Seelen

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