Low Fat Ancient Grains Bread

Discover the wholesome goodness of Low Fat Ancient Grains Bread, a nourishing twist on traditional homemade bread. This recipe combines the earthy flavors of spelt, quinoa, teff, and whole wheat flours to create a hearty loaf that’s naturally low in fat, thanks to the use of unsweetened applesauce. Infused with the richness of honey and topped with a crunchy blend of rolled oats, chia seeds, and pumpkin seeds, this bread is a nutrient-packed delight. Perfect for sandwiches or toasted with your favorite spread, it offers a soft, tender crumb with a slightly nutty flavor profile. With a prep time of just 20 minutes and simple kneading techniques, this ancient grains bread fits seamlessly into any health-conscious baking routine.

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups spelt flour
• 0.5 cups whole wheat flour
• 0.5 cups quinoa flour
• 0.25 cups teff flour
• 2.25 teaspoons dry active yeast
• 1 cups warm water
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 1 teaspoons salt
• 3 tablespoons unsweetened applesauce
• 2 tablespoons rolled oats
• 1 tablespoons chia seeds
• 2 tablespoons pumpkin seeds

Directions

Step 1

In a large bowl, combine the warm water and honey. Stir in the dry active yeast and let it sit for about 5 minutes, or until the mixture becomes frothy.

Step 2

In another bowl, mix together the spelt flour, whole wheat flour, quinoa flour, teff flour, and salt.

Step 3

Add the unsweetened applesauce to the yeast mixture and stir to combine.

Step 4

Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring with a wooden spoon until a soft dough forms.

Step 5

Transfer the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes until the dough is smooth and elastic.

Step 6

Form the dough into a ball and place it in a lightly greased bowl. Cover the bowl with a damp cloth and let it rise in a warm area for about 1 hour or until it has doubled in size.

Step 7

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 8

Punch down the dough to release excess air. Shape it into a loaf and place it in a greased 9x5 inch loaf pan.

Step 9

In a small bowl, combine the rolled oats, chia seeds, and pumpkin seeds. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the top of the loaf.

Step 10

Cover the loaf pan with a cloth and allow the dough to rise again for about 20-30 minutes.

Step 11

Bake for 30-35 minutes or until the loaf sounds hollow when tapped on the bottom and the top is golden brown.

Step 12

Remove from the oven and let it cool in the pan for about 10 minutes. Then transfer the bread to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(707.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1496.1

Total Fat 22.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 3.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.8g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2385.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 286.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 40.7g	0%
Total Sugars 41.6g
Protein 57.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 235.7mg	0%
Iron 18.6mg	0%
Potassium 1821.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 12.7%

Protein: 14.7%

Carbs: 72.6%