Heart-Healthy Rye Bread with Cottage Cheese
Elevate your homemade bread game with this Heart-Healthy Rye Bread with Cottage Cheese. Packed with the wholesome goodness of whole rye and whole wheat flours, this rustic loaf is kept moist and nutrient-rich thanks to the addition of creamy cottage cheese. Sweetened naturally with honey and flavored with aromatic caraway seeds, this bread offers a delightful balance of earthiness and subtle sweetness. The recipe is easy to follow, featuring a straightforward kneading process and a double-rise technique for the perfect texture and crumb. Ideal for hearty sandwiches or to enjoy with a spread of butter, this nutritious loaf is a fantastic choice for health-conscious bakers seeking a high-fiber, protein-packed bread that’s both delicious and satisfying. Perfect for family meals or casual gatherings, this bread will quickly become a staple in your kitchen.
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Ingredients
- 300 grams whole rye flour
- 100 grams whole wheat flour
- 200 grams cottage cheese
- 250 milliliters warm water
- 7 grams dry yeast
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon caraway seeds
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Directions
Step 1
In a large mixing bowl, combine the warm water, honey, and dry yeast. Stir them together and let the mixture sit for about 5 to 10 minutes until it's frothy.
Step 2
Add the cottage cheese, olive oil, and salt to the yeast mixture. Mix well using a spatula or a wooden spoon.
Step 3
Stir in the whole rye flour and whole wheat flour gradually into the mixture. Once all the flour is incorporated, add the caraway seeds and keep mixing until a rough dough forms.
Step 4
Knead the dough on a clean, lightly floured surface for about 8 to 10 minutes, until the dough is smooth and elastic.
Step 5
Place the kneaded dough into a lightly oiled bowl, cover it with a damp cloth or plastic wrap, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 to 1.5 hours, or until it has doubled in size.
Step 6
After the first rise, punch down the dough gently to deflate it, then shape it into a round or loaf shape as desired.
Step 7
Transfer the dough onto a baking tray lined with parchment paper, cover again, and let it rise for another 30 minutes.
Step 8
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) during the final rise.
Step 9
Bake the bread in the preheated oven for 30 to 35 minutes or until the bread sounds hollow when tapped on the bottom.
Step 10
Remove the bread from the oven and let it cool on a wire rack before slicing and serving.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (929.8g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1803.1 |
| Total Fat 26.6g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 5.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 1.5g | |
| Cholesterol 18mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2787.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 353.7g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 61.6g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 53.6g | |
| Protein 56.3g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 8IU | 0% |
| Calcium 278.9mg | 0% |
| Iron 13.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2307.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories