Swedish Limpa Bread

Discover the irresistible charm of Swedish Limpa Bread, a traditional Scandinavian loaf that’s as aromatic as it is flavorful. This old-world favorite combines the warm sweetness of molasses and brown sugar with a zesty hint of orange zest and a blend of fragrant spices, including anise, caraway, and cardamom. Made with a mix of rye and all-purpose flours, this bread boasts a tender crumb and a subtle complexity that pairs beautifully with butter, cheese, or smoked salmon. Perfect for holiday feasts or as a unique everyday treat, this recipe is easier to make than you think, with straightforward instructions and a rewarding result. Bake your own Swedish Limpa and fill your kitchen with the comforting scent of these iconic Nordic flavors!

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1 cup Warm water
• 0.25 cup Molasses
• 0.25 cup Brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon Orange zest
• 1 teaspoon Anise seeds
• 1 teaspoon Caraway seeds
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground cardamom
• 1.25 teaspoons Salt
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter, melted
• 2.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 1.5 cups Rye flour
• 2.25 teaspoons Instant yeast

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the warm water, molasses, and brown sugar. Stir until the sugar dissolves.

Step 2

Sprinkle the instant yeast over the top and let it sit for 5 minutes, or until the mixture becomes frothy.

Step 3

Add the orange zest, anise seeds, caraway seeds, ground cardamom, and salt into the mixture and stir well.

Step 4

Mix in the melted butter. Gradually add the rye flour, stirring to incorporate.

Step 5

Add the all-purpose flour, one cup at a time, and knead the dough until it becomes smooth and elastic. This should take about 7-10 minutes by hand or 4-5 minutes with a stand mixer fitted with a dough hook.

Step 6

Form the dough into a ball and place it in a lightly greased bowl. Cover with a clean kitchen towel and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour, or until it doubles in size.

Step 7

Punch the dough down and shape it into a round loaf. Place it on a parchment-lined baking sheet or in a greased 9-inch round pan.

Step 8

Cover the dough again and allow it to rise for 30-45 minutes, or until it has doubled in size.

Step 9

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 10

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

Step 11

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

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(899.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2318.5

Total Fat 30.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 15.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 62mg	0%
Sodium 3003.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 471.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 40.4g	0%
Total Sugars 97.8g
Protein 54.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 332.5mg	0%
Iron 24.7mg	0%
Potassium 2649.9mg	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: 11.5%

Protein: 9.1%

Carbs: 79.4%