Best Black Bread Recipe - Russian Black Rye Bread With A Fun Twist!

rye flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Whole wheat flour adds fiber and nutrients.

sourdough starter

🥗Healthier: commercial yeast

💰Cheaper: none

Commercial yeast speeds up the fermentation process.

malt extract

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: molasses

Honey provides sweetness and moisture.

caraway seeds

🥗Healthier: fennel seeds

💰Cheaper: cumin seeds

Fennel seeds offer a similar flavor profile.

Combine rye flour, bread flour, and salt in a large bowl.

Mix water and sourdough starter in a separate bowl until well combined.

Add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients and stir until a dough forms.

Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 10 minutes until smooth.

Let the dough rise in a warm place until doubled in size, about 1-2 hours.

Punch down the dough and shape it into a loaf.

Place the loaf in a greased baking pan and let it rise again for about 30-60 minutes.

Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).

Bake the bread for 30-40 minutes until the crust is dark and the loaf sounds hollow when tapped.

Remove from the oven and let cool on a wire rack before slicing.

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