For a richer flavor, try using dark molasses. Ensure your yeast is fresh for optimal rising. If you don't have powdered buttermilk, you can substitute with 1/4 cup of regular buttermilk, reducing the boiling water by 1/4 cup.
Embark on a flavorful journey with this traditional Swedish rye bread, a delightful blend of aromatic spices and hearty grains. This recipe delivers a moist, slightly sweet loaf perfect for sandwiches, toasting, or enjoying on its own.
Combine fennel seeds, cumin seeds, caraway seeds, cracked wheat, butter, molasses, and orange zest in 1 1/3 cup of boiling water. Soak for 1 hour. (60 minutes)
Add seed mixture along with baking soda, rye flour, bread flour, dry yeast, gluten flour, and buttermilk powder into the pan of a bread machine in the order suggested by the manufacturer. Select the cycle for White Bread and the Light Crust setting. Start. (Varies)
For a richer flavor, try using dark molasses. Ensure your yeast is fresh for optimal rising. If you don't have powdered buttermilk, you can substitute with 1/4 cup of regular buttermilk, reducing the boiling water by 1/4 cup.
Clare Treutel
Jun 24, 2025This bread is amazing! The aroma while it's baking is incredible.
Hailey Ledner
May 27, 2025The orange zest really adds a special touch to this recipe.
Lane Shields
May 22, 2025I substituted barley malt for molasses and it turned out great!