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Pumpernickel Rye Bread

Prep Time

30 min

Servings

16

Cook Time

40 min

BreadsHard

Pumpernickel Rye Bread

Dark, dense rye bread with molasses and caraway seeds. Deli-style perfection.

1Ingredients

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16
  • 2 cups rye flour
  • 2 cups bread flour
  • 1/4 cup cocoa powder
  • 1 packet yeast
  • 2 tsp salt
  • 2 tbsp caraway seeds
  • 1 1/2 cups warm water
  • 1/4 cup molasses
  • 2 tbsp oil

2Instructions

  1. 1

    Mix dry ingredients.

  2. 2

    Add water, molasses, oil.

  3. 3

    Knead 10 minutes.

  4. 4

    Rise 1 1/2 hours.

  5. 5

    Shape into loaves.

  6. 6

    Rise 1 hour.

  7. 7

    Bake at 375F for 35-40 minutes.

Baker's Tips

  • Cocoa powder adds depth, not chocolate flavor
  • Perfect for Reuben sandwiches