How To Make Authentic German Bread (Bauernbrot)
No one does a more belly-filling meal like the Germans! While you may think it’s all just meat, sausages, and then more meat – we also have some German desserts and salads to provide. These German recipes are incredibly packed with strong but hearty flavors. It’s a cuisine worth serving to big crowds, so give them a go at your next party.
Serves:
Ingredients
- 500g bread flour
- 10g salt
- 1 packet (7g) instant yeast
- 350ml lukewarm water
Instructions
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In a large mixing bowl, combine the bread flour, salt, and instant yeast. Mix well.
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Gradually add the lukewarm water to the dry ingredients, stirring with a wooden spoon until a shaggy dough forms.
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Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead for about 10 minutes, until the dough becomes smooth and elastic.
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Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
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Preheat the oven to 450°F (230°C) and place a baking tray with water on the bottom rack to create steam.
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Punch down the risen dough and shape it into a round loaf. Place the loaf on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
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Score the top of the loaf with a sharp knife and let it rise for another 30 minutes.
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Bake the bread in the preheated oven for about 30-40 minutes, or until golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped on the bottom.
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Remove from the oven and let the bread cool on a wire rack before slicing.
Nutrition
- Calories : 246kcal
- Total Fat : 1g
- Sodium : 587mg
- Total Carbohydrates : 51g
- Dietary Fiber : 2g
- Protein : 7g
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