Golden Caraway Pumpernickel: Hearty & Delicious Homemade Bread Recipe

Super-Good Pumpernickel Bread 🍞

Overview

• Name: Super-Good Pumpernickel Bread
• Cook Time: 50 minutes
• Prep Time: 3 hours 15 minutes
• Total Time: 4 hours 5 minutes
• Recipe Category: Yeast Breads
• Keywords: Breads, Low Cholesterol, Healthy, Weeknight
• Recipe Yield: 3 round loaves

Description

Are you ready to bake up some seriously tasty Pumpernickel Bread? 🎉 This recipe, straight from the Fleischmann’s Bake-it-Easy Yeast Book, promises a loaf that’s both wholesome and delicious. With a hearty mix of ingredients, it’s perfect for those craving a flavorful slice that’s packed with goodness. Whether it’s your first time or you’re a seasoned baker, this Super-Good Pumpernickel Bread will have you coming back for more! 🥖

Ingredients

Here’s what you’ll need to gather:

Instructions

Let’s dive into the steps to create this delightful bread:

1. Prepare the Flour Mixture 🌾

   • Start by combining the all-purpose flour with rye flour. Set this mixture aside for later use.

2. Mix Dry Ingredients 🥣

   • In a very large bowl, thoroughly mix 2 cups of the flour mixture with salt, yellow cornmeal, and the packet of active dry yeast.

3. Warm Up the Wet Ingredients 🔥

   • In a saucepan, combine the warm water, dark molasses, and margarine. Heat this mixture over low heat until it reaches a temperature between 120°F to 130°F. You want it warm but not boiling.

4. Blend Wet with Dry 🥄

   • Gradually pour the warm liquid mixture into the bowl of dry ingredients. Use an electric mixer on medium speed to beat everything together for about 2 minutes. Make sure to scrape the sides of the bowl occasionally.

5. Add Potatoes and More Flour 🥔

   • Now, add the mashed potatoes and 1 more cup of the flour mixture. Beat everything at high speed for another 2 minutes, scraping the bowl occasionally.

6. Incorporate Caraway Seeds 🌿

   • If you’re using caraway seeds (which add a wonderful flavor!), stir them into the dough. Then, gradually add more of the flour mixture until you have a soft dough.

7. Knead and Rest 💪

   • Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Cover it and let it rest for 15 minutes. After resting, knead the dough until it becomes smooth and elastic. This usually takes about 15 minutes of good, satisfying kneading.

8. First Rise 🌟

   • Place the kneaded dough in a greased bowl, turning it to coat the top with a thin layer of oil. Cover the bowl and let the dough rise in a warm, draft-free place until it has doubled in size. This usually takes about 1 hour.

9. Punch Down and Rest Again 👊

   • Once the dough has doubled, give it a good punch down to release some of the air bubbles. Then, let it rest for another 30 minutes.

10. Shape and Place 🍞

    • Turn the dough out onto your floured surface again. Divide it into 3 equal pieces and shape each into a round ball. Place these balls into 3 greased 8 or 9-inch round cake pans.

11. Second Rise 🌱

    • Cover the pans with a clean towel and let the dough rise again in a warm, draft-free spot. This time, it should double in size in about 45 minutes.

12. Bake to Perfection 🌟

    • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Once the loaves have doubled in size, it’s time to bake them! Pop them into the oven and bake for approximately 50 minutes, or until they’re beautifully golden brown and sound hollow when tapped.

13. Cool and Enjoy 🌬️

    • Once done, remove the loaves from the pans and let them cool on wire racks. This allows them to cool evenly and develop that perfect crust.

14. Slice and Serve 🍴

    • Now comes the best part—slicing into your freshly baked Super-Good Pumpernickel Bread! Enjoy it warm with a slather of butter, use it for sandwiches, or simply relish the rich flavors on its own. It’s a versatile bread that’s sure to please!

Nutritional Information (Per Serving)

• Calories: 2226.8
• Fat: 22.2g
  • Saturated Fat: 8.4g
• Cholesterol: 2.8mg
• Sodium: 5217.7mg
• Carbohydrates: 455.1g
  • Fiber: 37g
  • Sugar: 23.4g
• Protein: 62.1g

Tips and Tricks

• For an extra boost of flavor, toast the caraway seeds before adding them to the dough.
• If you prefer a sweeter bread, you can increase the amount of molasses slightly.
• Make sure your yeast is fresh for the best rise.
• To create a crispier crust, you can brush the loaves with water before baking.

Enjoy Every Slice! 🥪

Now that you have the recipe for this Super-Good Pumpernickel Bread, it’s time to roll up your sleeves and get baking! 🧁 Whether it’s for a cozy family dinner or to impress your friends at a gathering, this bread is bound to be a hit. So, gather your ingredients, follow the steps, and soon you’ll be savoring the delicious aroma of freshly baked bread wafting through your kitchen. 🍞 Happy baking!