Russian Black Bread for the Bread Machine

Dive into the flavors of tradition with this hearty and aromatic Russian Black Bread, effortlessly crafted in your bread machine! Infused with a medley of robust ingredients like dark molasses, rye flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, and caraway seeds, this bread boasts a rich, earthy flavor profile reminiscent of old-world European baking. The addition of instant coffee granules and apple cider vinegar lends subtle depth, creating a loaf that's complex yet comforting. With a soft, tender crumb and a satisfyingly chewy crust, this loaf is perfect for pairing with soups, smoked meats, or slathering with butter. Designed for convenience, this recipe takes just 10 minutes of prep before your bread machine handles the rest, making it a must-try for bread enthusiasts of all skill levels. Whether you're seeking a traditional taste of Russia or a unique bread to elevate your table, this recipe is your ticket to bakery-level perfection right at home!

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:180 mins

Total Time:190 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups Warm water
• 2 tablespoons Molasses
• 1 tablespoon Apple cider vinegar
• 1.5 cups Rye flour
• 2 cups Bread flour
• 0.5 cup Whole wheat flour
• 2 tablespoons Unsweetened cocoa powder
• 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
• 1.5 teaspoons Caraway seeds
• 2 teaspoons Instant coffee granules
• 1.5 teaspoons Salt
• 2.25 teaspoons Instant dry yeast
• 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil

Directions

Step 1

Add 1.5 cups of warm water to the bread machine pan.

Step 2

Pour in 2 tablespoons of molasses and 1 tablespoon of apple cider vinegar.

Step 3

Add the following dry ingredients to the pan in this order: 1.5 cups of rye flour, 2 cups of bread flour, 0.5 cup of whole wheat flour, 2 tablespoons of unsweetened cocoa powder, 2 tablespoons of brown sugar, 1.5 teaspoons of caraway seeds, and 2 teaspoons of instant coffee granules.

Step 4

Sprinkle 1.5 teaspoons of salt around the edges of the flour mixture.

Step 5

Create a small well in the center of the flour and add 2.25 teaspoons of instant dry yeast.

Step 6

Drizzle 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil over the ingredients in the pan.

Step 7

Set the bread machine to the 'Whole Wheat' or 'Basic' cycle (depending on your machine's settings) with the desired crust setting (light, medium, or dark).

Step 8

Start the bread machine and allow it to mix, knead, rise, and bake the bread.

Step 9

Once the bread is finished baking, carefully remove it from the bread machine pan and let it cool completely on a wire rack before slicing.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(984.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2192.2

Total Fat 36.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 16.8g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3576.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 431.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 48.0g	0%
Total Sugars 50.3g
Protein 61.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 245.6mg	0%
Iron 22.6mg	0%
Potassium 2526.4mg	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: 14.2%

Protein: 10.7%

Carbs: 75.1%