Mark's Ezekiel 4 9 Bread

Discover the wholesome, nutrient-packed goodness of Mark's Ezekiel 4:9 Bread, a homemade twist on the ancient biblical recipe. This hearty, fiber-rich bread is crafted by grinding a unique blend of whole grains and legumes—such as wheat berries, spelt, barley, lentils, and beans—into fresh flour. Enhanced with honey, olive oil, and vital wheat gluten for perfect texture and flavor, this recipe delivers a tender, flavorful loaf ideal for sandwiches, toasting, or enjoying on its own. With its high-protein, plant-based ingredients and no artificial additives, this bread is perfect for health-conscious bakers seeking a natural, fulfilling alternative to store-bought options. Try Mark's Ezekiel 4:9 Bread for a satisfying baking experience packed with ancient grains and modern flavor.

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:120 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:165 mins

Servings: 16

Ingredients

• 2.5 cups hard red wheat berries
• 1.5 cups spelt berries
• 0.5 cup barley
• 0.5 cup millet
• 0.25 cup lentils
• 0.25 cup great northern beans
• 0.25 cup kidney beans
• 0.25 cup black beans
• 4 cups water
• 0.25 cup olive oil
• 0.25 cup honey
• 1 tablespoon salt
• 2.25 teaspoons instant yeast
• 0.25 cup vital wheat gluten

Directions

Step 1

Rinse and measure out the wheat berries, spelt berries, barley, millet, lentils, great northern beans, kidney beans, and black beans. Combine them in a large bowl.

Step 2

Using a grain mill or high-powered blender, grind the mixture into fine flour.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, combine 4 cups of warm water, olive oil, honey, and salt. Stir until the honey and salt dissolve.

Step 4

Sprinkle the instant yeast over the water mixture and let it sit for 5 minutes to activate.

Step 5

Gradually stir the freshly ground flour mixture into the water mixture using a wooden spoon or dough hook on a stand mixer.

Step 6

Once the dough starts to come together, add the vital wheat gluten to improve texture and elasticity.

Step 7

Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead for about 10 minutes, until smooth and slightly tacky. Alternatively, knead with a stand mixer for 5–7 minutes.

Step 8

Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a clean kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm spot for 1 hour or until doubled in size.

Step 9

Punch down the dough, divide it into two equal portions, and shape them into loaves. Place each loaf in a greased 9x5-inch loaf pan.

Step 10

Cover the pans and allow the loaves to rise for another 30 minutes, or until they rise slightly above the edge of the pans.

Step 11

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 12

Bake the loaves in the preheated oven for 40–45 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown and the loaves sound hollow when tapped.

Step 13

Remove the bread from the pans and cool completely on a wire rack before slicing.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2531.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4118.6

Total Fat 85.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 13.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 9.0g
Cholesterol 3.4mg	0%
Sodium 8503.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 721.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 105.0g	0%
Total Sugars 53.8g
Protein 172.4g	0%

Vitamin D 3.4IU	0%
Calcium 469.2mg	0%
Iron 39.0mg	0%
Potassium 3832.6mg	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: 17.7%

Protein: 15.9%

Carbs: 66.4%