Russian black bread recipe

Russian Black Bread recipe

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About this recipe

In this blog post I will guide you thru the steps and ingredients needed to craft this recipe. Grab your favorite apron and let's start.
Russian black bread is a traditional recipe that boasts a rich and hearty flavor. Made with a combination of rye flour, molasses, and coffee, this bread is known for its dark color and dense texture. It is a staple in Russian cuisine, often enjoyed alongside soups or as a base for sandwiches. The recipe requires a longer fermentation period, resulting in a depth of flavor that is both tangy and slightly sweet.

Keywords: Russian black bread, traditional recipe, rye flour, molasses, fermentation.

Russian black bread recipe details

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Ingredients

375 ml	water
2 tbsp	cider vinegar
300 g	white bread flour
125 g	rye flour
1 tsp	salt
2 tbsp	vegetable oil
2 tbsp	molasses or treacle
1 tbsp	dark brown sugar
3 tbsp	cocoa powder, unsweetened
1 tsp	instant coffee granules
1 tbsp	caraway seed
¼ tsp	fennel seed, optional
2 tsp	active dried yeast

Instructions

To make in a bread machine set to Wholemeal/Whole wheat setting, normal crust and bake cycle.

Place ingredients in bowl in accordance to manufacturers’ instructions and start the machine. Adjust balance of mixture by adding a little more flour or water if required, once initial mixing is complete.

Upon completion of baking cycle, remove bread from pan and allow to cool on a wire rack. Slice once cold. Serve with cheese, cold meats etc with or without pickles.

About this recipe:
I am told that this is very close to having the authentic Russian flavour.

Preparation time:
ca. 15 min
Resting time:
ca. 1 hr
Grade of difficulty:
easy
Calories per portion:
n/a