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German Bread

Delicious Homemade German Bread in Just 5 Minutes

This quick and easy German Bread recipe delivers a rustic loaf with a golden crust and chewy interior, perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: German
Calories: 120

Ingredients
  

Dough Ingredients
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour or bread flour
  • 2 teaspoons instant yeast
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1.25 cups warm water around 110°F / 45°C
  • 1 tablespoon honey or sugar
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil optional
Topping Ingredients (optional)
  • to taste flaky salt
  • to taste everything bagel seasoning

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Wooden spoon
  • Dutch oven
  • Parchment Paper
  • wire rack
  • oven mitts

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Combine the dry ingredients in a large mixing bowl: 3 cups of all-purpose flour, 2 teaspoons of instant yeast, and 1 teaspoon of salt.
  2. Mix in the wet ingredients: Pour in 1.25 cups of warm water and 1 tablespoon of honey.
  3. Knead the dough on a floured surface for 1 to 2 minutes until smoother.
  4. Let the dough rest covered in a warm place for 5 to 10 minutes.
  5. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) with the Dutch oven inside.
  6. Shape the dough into a rustic loaf and place it on parchment paper.
  7. Score the top of the loaf with a sharp knife for better expansion.
  8. Bake the bread in the Dutch oven for 20 minutes covered, then 5-10 minutes uncovered until golden brown.
  9. Cool the bread on a wire rack for at least 10 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 4gFat: 2gSaturated Fat: 0.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.3gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 250mgPotassium: 60mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gCalcium: 10mgIron: 1.2mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months.

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