Semolina Bread

Discover the timeless appeal of homemade Semolina Bread, a golden-crusted loaf with a soft, chewy interior and a subtle hint of sweetness. This artisan-style bread combines the nutty flavor of semolina flour with the stretchy elasticity of all-purpose flour for a perfectly balanced texture. Enhanced with olive oil and a touch of honey, every slice delivers a rich depth of flavor. Perfect for sandwiches, toasting, or simply paired with butter, this recipe takes you through an approachable journey of dough kneading and rising, ensuring bakery-quality results at home. With detailed steps and just a few pantry staples, this Semolina Bread will become your go-to bake for impressing guests or elevating your everyday meals.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:180 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:220 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 300 grams semolina flour
• 200 grams all-purpose flour
• 7 grams active dry yeast
• 325 milliliters warm water
• 10 grams salt
• 30 milliliters olive oil
• 15 grams honey

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the semolina flour, all-purpose flour, and salt. Mix well and set aside.

Step 2

In a small bowl, stir together the warm water, honey, and yeast. Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until frothy, indicating that the yeast is active.

Step 3

Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients and pour in the yeast mixture and olive oil.

Step 4

Mix the ingredients together until a sticky dough forms.

Step 5

Transfer the dough to a lightly floured work surface and knead for about 10 minutes until the dough is smooth and elastic.

Step 6

Place the kneaded dough in a lightly oiled bowl, turning it to coat all sides with oil. Cover the bowl with a damp cloth or plastic wrap.

Step 7

Allow the dough to rise in a warm place for about 1-2 hours, or until it has doubled in size.

Step 8

Once risen, punch down the dough to expel the gases, then transfer it back to the work surface.

Step 9

Shape the dough into a round or oval loaf. Place it on a parchment-lined baking sheet.

Step 10

Cover the shaped dough with a damp cloth and let it rise again for about 30-45 minutes, or until it has nearly doubled in size.

Step 11

Preheat your oven to 220°C (430°F) during the final rise.

Step 12

Once risen, lightly dust the top of the loaf with semolina flour and make a few shallow slashes on the surface using a sharp knife.

Step 13

Place the loaf in the preheated oven and bake for about 35-40 minutes or until the bread is golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped on the bottom.

Step 14

Remove the bread from the oven and let it cool on a wire rack before slicing.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(890.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2130.3

Total Fat 33.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3944.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 383.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 18.5g	0%
Total Sugars 13.9g
Protein 61.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 81.2mg	0%
Iron 13.5mg	0%
Potassium 921.5mg	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: 14.6%

Protein: 11.8%

Carbs: 73.6%