Birdseed Bread Recipe
Description: Discover the delightful flavors of Birdseed Bread with this easy-to-follow recipe from lovewithrecipes.com. This wholesome bread is packed with nutritious seeds and has a hint of sweetness from honey, making it perfect for any occasion.
- Recipe Category: Breads
- Keywords: Weeknight, Bread Machine, Small Appliance
- Servings: 12
- Yield: 1 loaf
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 1 | Flax seed |
| 3 | Poppy seed |
| 3 | Sesame seeds |
| 1 | Sunflower seeds |
| 1 | Water |
| 1 | Honey |
| 1 | Butter |
| 1 | Bread flour |
| 10 1/2 | Whole wheat flour |
| 1 | Brown sugar |
| 2 | Dry milk |
| 2 | Salt |
| 1 | Active dry yeast |
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 173.6
- Fat: 4.2g
- Saturated Fat: 1.7g
- Cholesterol: 6.3mg
- Sodium: 270.4mg
- Carbohydrates: 29.8g
- Fiber: 2.5g
- Sugar: 4.3g
- Protein: 4.9g
Cooking Time: 4 hours
Preparation Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 4 hours 5 minutes
Instructions:
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Prepare Birdseed Mix:
- In a small bowl, combine flax seed, poppy seed, sesame seeds, and sunflower seeds. Mix well and set aside. (Pro tip: You can make several individual bags of Birdseed Mix at once for future use.)
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Prepare Bread Dough:
- Follow the instructions for your bread maker, adding the ingredients in the recommended order. Typically, liquids and butter are added first, followed by a layer of flours, then the remaining dry ingredients.
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Caution with Yeast:
- Ensure that the yeast does not come into direct contact with the water if you plan to delay baking the loaf. This helps to maintain the yeast’s effectiveness and ensures a properly risen bread.
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Incorporate Birdseed Mix:
- Add the prepared Birdseed Mix into the bread maker as the final ingredient. This ensures that the seeds are evenly distributed throughout the dough, providing a delightful crunch in every bite.
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Baking:
- Set your bread maker to bake a 1 1/2 pound loaf on the Medium whole wheat cycle (if available). This cycle is ideal for achieving a perfectly golden crust and a tender crumb.
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Enjoy:
- Once the baking cycle is complete, carefully remove the bread from the machine and allow it to cool slightly before slicing. Serve warm with your favorite spreads or enjoy it plain for a nutritious snack or meal accompaniment.
Birdseed Bread is not only delicious but also nutritious, thanks to the abundance of seeds packed into every slice. Whether you’re enjoying it for breakfast, as a snack, or alongside your favorite soups and salads, this homemade bread is sure to become a staple in your kitchen. Share it with friends and family or savor it all to yourself – either way, it’s bound to be a hit! 🍞🌻
