Seeded Bread Dough Recipe

 

Here's a simple and delicious Seeded Bread Dough recipe that's great for making hearty loaves or rolls:

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Seeded Bread Dough Recipe

Ingredients:

• 3 ½ cups (450g) bread flour (plus extra for kneading)
• 1 packet (2 ¼ tsp) active dry yeast
• 1 ¼ cups (300ml) warm water (110°F/45°C)
• 1 tbsp honey or sugar
• 1 ½ tsp salt
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• Seed Mix (about ½ cup total):
  • 2 tbsp sunflower seeds
  • 2 tbsp sesame seeds
  • 2 tbsp flaxseeds
  • 2 tbsp pumpkin seeds (pepitas)
  • Optional: 1 tbsp poppy seeds or chia seeds

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Instructions:

1. Activate Yeast:

   • In a large bowl, combine warm water, honey/sugar, and yeast. Let sit for 5–10 minutes until foamy.

2. Make Dough:

   • Stir in olive oil, salt, and about 1 cup of flour. Mix well.
   • Gradually add the rest of the flour and most of the seed mix (reserve a bit for topping), mixing until a shaggy dough forms.

3. Knead:

   • Turn dough onto a floured surface. Knead for 8–10 minutes, adding flour as needed, until smooth and elastic.

4. First Rise:

   • Place dough in an oiled bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place for 1–1.5 hours, or until doubled.

5. Shape & Second Rise:

   • Punch down dough, shape into a loaf or rolls. Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet or into a greased loaf pan.
   • Cover and let rise for another 30–45 minutes.

6. Bake:

   • Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Brush top with water or egg wash and sprinkle reserved seeds.
   • Bake 30–35 minutes (20–25 min for rolls), or until golden and sounds hollow when tapped.

7. Cool:

   • Let cool on a wire rack for at least 20 minutes before slicing.

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Would you like a version for sourdough or gluten-free bread?