Welcome to the world of multigrain and seed bread, where every bite is a celebration of flavor and texture. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice ready to explore the art of breadmaking, this article will guide you through the process of creating the perfect multigrain and seed bread. We'll delve into the benefits of using a variety of grains and seeds, share insightful tips for achieving a golden crust and a soft, fluffy interior, and provide a selection of delectable recipes that cater to your taste preferences. Get ready to embark on a culinary adventure as we unlock the secrets to baking the most irresistible multigrain and seed bread that will leave your taste buds tantalized and your kitchen filled with the aroma of freshly baked goodness.
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MULTIGRAIN AND SEED BREAD
Provided by Food Network
Time 3h40m
Yield 2 loaves
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a saucepan heat enough water to cover the seeds, to a boil. Pour over sunflower seeds and let sit in the refrigerator overnight.
- Combine yeast and milk into a Kitchen Aid bowl, or other dough mixing bowl. Add all other ingredients, starting with the bread flour, then everything else on top. Mix with dough hook on low. Develop gluten with machine on medium for approximately 13 to 15 minutes until dough is smooth and springs back when touched.
- Turn dough out into a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a kitchen towel or plastic wrap and allow to rise for 1 1/2 hours or until doubled in bulk.
- Punch down dough and let relax for 10 to 15 minutes. Divide it into two pieces. Form pieces into loaf shapes. Place in loaf pans. Allow to rise for another 45 minutes to 1 hour.
- Eggwash each loaf and with a sharp knife score top. Bake in a 350 degree F oven until golden brown and bottom when rapped sounds hollow; approximately 30 to 40 minutes.
HEALTHY MULTIGRAIN AND SEED BREAD
This bread is a staple in my house, it is hearty and is easily adjustible to what you have on hand. No need to knead. :-) High in Omega 3 and fiber. Whole wheat, cornmeal, flax, whet germ or whatever you have on hand. I like it toasted with my veggie burger. My DH likes his with cold chicken, spicy mustard and lettuce. I've even made the most delicious crutons with this bread some butter, garlic and season salt. Healthy has never been this easy or delicious.
Provided by PrincessPage
Categories Yeast Breads
Time 3h10m
Yield 1 loaf, 12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Mix all ingredients together (I use my KitchenAid mixer) until a slightly sticky ball forms. You may not need the full amount of water. If you don't buy yeast in bulk, you can use one full package yeast.
- Place in a clean oiled (I use nonstick spray) covered bowl to rise for one hour. While mixing the dough I preheat the oven to @ 200, turn it off and let the bread rise there.
- Form into a loaf, put in 8 1/2 by 4 1/2 oiled (or nonstick sprayed) loaf pan and put in a warm dry place to rise once more for up to 1 1/2 hours. Allow the bread to rise until it crowns above the top edge of the pan. Be careful not to let it rise too much or it will deflate some while cooking.
- Remove the cover, and cook at 350 for 35 to 40 minutes. I let the bread stay in the oven while it preheats.
- ** You can experiment with different flours based on what you have in your pantry.
- ** Try adding different seed combinations or pine nuts -- yum.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 234.4, Fat 9.8, SaturatedFat 1.6, Cholesterol 2.6, Sodium 15, Carbohydrate 31.1, Fiber 3.9, Sugar 5.7, Protein 7.1
MULTIGRAIN AND SEED BREAD
Steps:
- In a saucepan heat enough water to cover the seeds, to a boil. Pour over seeds and let sit in the refrigerator overnight.
- Combine yeast and milk into a Kitchen Aid bowl, or other dough mixing bowl. Add all other ingredients, starting with the bread flour, then everything else on top. Mix with dough hook on low. Develop gluten with machine on medium for approximately 13 to 15 minutes until dough is smooth and springs back when touched.
- Turn dough out into a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a kitchen towel or plastic wrap and allow to rise for 1 1/2 hours or until doubled in bulk.
- Punch down dough and let relax for 10 to 15 minutes. Divide it into two pieces. Form pieces into loaf shapes. Place in loaf pans. Allow to rise for another 45 minutes to 1 hour.
- Eggwash each loaf and with a sharp knife score top. Bake in a 350 degree F oven until golden brown and bottom when rapped sounds hollow; approximately 30 to 40 minutes.
- In a large saute pan, heat oil. Add 1 cup millet and cook, stirring until the millet begins to toast and become brown. Add 2 cups boiling water, cover and simmer 30 minutes or until liquid has been absorbed. Let stand for five minutes then serve with milk, fruit of your choice and brown sugar.
HEARTY MULTIGRAIN SEEDED BREAD
This is a very nice, light textured multigrain bread that uses many different grains and seeds and very easy to make if you have a food processor. I used my Ninja® with the plastic blade attachment.
Provided by prathermom
Categories 100+ Breakfast and Brunch Recipes Breakfast Bread Recipes
Time 2h30m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Mix warm water and sugar together in a bowl until sugar is dissolved; stir in yeast. Set aside until a creamy foam starts to form, about 5 minutes.
- Combine bread flour, whole wheat flour, coconut oil, and salt in a food processor; pulse 4 times. Add chia seeds, wheat germ, flax seeds, millet, 1 tablespoon hemp seeds, 1 tablespoon sunflower seeds, and 1 tablespoon oats; pulse until incorporated.
- Pour yeast mixture over flour mixture in the food processor; process until a dough ball forms, about 1 minute.
- Turn dough into a well-oiled large bowl and cover with a damp towel; allow to rise in a warm area until doubled in size, about 1 hour.
- Punch dough down and knead a few times. Form dough into an oblong shape and place in a greased bread pan. Lightly press the remaining hemp seeds, sunflower seeds, and oats onto the loaf. Cover with a damp towel and let rise in a warm area for 30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Bake in the preheated oven until cooked through and crust is lightly browned, about 30 minutes. Cool bread in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 124 calories, Carbohydrate 14.4 g, Fat 6.9 g, Fiber 2.4 g, Protein 3.1 g, SaturatedFat 4.1 g, Sodium 195.6 mg, Sugar 4.3 g
MULTISEEDED MULTIGRAIN BREAD OR ROLLS
I love 'nutty' type breads. These are hearty, tasty, and definitely good for you. I got a little lazy when making these and decided to cut the dough into slices instead of forming rolls, and ended up with bread 'discs'. These turned out very well. Easily sliced in two, or just slather butter on top.....a little honey also goes really well. These also freeze extremely well. This is adapted from a Robin Hood recipe, which I've noted further down.
Provided by Diana 2
Categories Yeast Breads
Time 3h35m
Yield 2 loaves or 16 rolls, 16 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Put bulgur in a large bowl and pour warm water over top. Let stand for 15 minutes to soften.
- Sprinkle yeast on top and let stand another 15 minutes until the yeast is foamy, then stir.
- To the yeast mixture, add honey, oil, pecans, sunflower seeds, sesame and poppy seeds, salt, and 1-1/2 cups flour. Beat on low speed of an electric mixer. Add remaining flour slowly. (my mixer isn't strong enough for this, so I do it while kneading).
- Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface, and knead the dough for about 10 minutes until the dough is smooth and springs back.
- Place in a greased bowl, turning to coat, and cover with parchment paper and a tea towel. Put the bowl in a warm, draft free place to rise for 2 hours. I warm up the oven for a few minutes and do my rising in there.
- Punch the dough down. You can have either 2 loaves, baked in 8-1/2 x 4 loaf pans which have been lightly greased, or 16 rolls. For the bread 'rounds' as show in the photo: form the dough into a cylinder, and cut into 1" slices. After you have divided your dough, loosely cover with parchment paper and let rise again for a further 45 minutes. Brush the tops with the beaten egg and sprinkle with sesame seeds.
- Bake at 375*. Bread will take about 35 - 40 minutes, rolls and rounds about 20.
- NOTE: This is an adapted version of Robin Hoods 'Multiseed Bread'. The original called for walnuts, a half cup each of sunflower and pumpkin seeds, and whole wheat flour.
MULTIGRAIN SEEDED BREAD
Sunflower seeds, sesame seeds, and pumpkin seeds are incorporated into the dough of this whole wheat bread and liberally sprinkled onto the crust, giving this bread a well rounded flavor and lots of texture. This recipe is from The WEBB Cooks, articles and recipes by Robin Webb, courtesy of the American Diabetes Association.
Provided by Robyn Webb
Categories Bread Yeast Bread Recipes
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the whole wheat flour, all-purpose flour, yeast, and salt. In another bowl, mix the seeds with the oats.
- In a saucepan, combine the water and molasses and warm the mixture over low heat until a thermometer reads 120 to 130 degrees F (50 to 55 degrees C) .
- Add the liquid to the flour mixture with the egg white. Mix together until a soft dough forms.
- Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface. Knead for 10 minutes; then shape into a ball. Lightly oil a large stainless steel bowl. Add the dough and turn to cover the dough with the oil. Cover the bowl with a tea towel and let rise in a warm place for 2 hours until doubled in size.
- When the dough has risen, punch the dough down with your fists and add all but 2 Tablespoons of the seed mixture working it into the dough. Reserve the 2 Tablespoons of seed mixture for the topping. Shape the dough into a loaf by rolling it into a 12 x 8 inch rectangle and then roll up by its shortest end. Pinch the ends together and tuck underneath. Place in a non-stick 9x5 inch loaf pan with the seam underneath. Cover the loaf pan with a tea towel and let rise for 1 hour until doubled in bulk.
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Brush the top of the loaf with milk and sprinkle on the reserved seed mixture. Bake the bread for 30 minutes or until the loaf sounds hollow when tapped on the bottom. Remove the bread from the pan and let cool completely.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 125.7 calories, Carbohydrate 22.1 g, Cholesterol 0.1 mg, Fat 2.7 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 4.7 g, SaturatedFat 0.4 g, Sodium 105.3 mg, Sugar 2.1 g
MULTI-GRAIN BREAD WITH SESAME, FLAX AND POPPY SEEDS
An easy Multi-Grain Bread recipe
Categories Bread Bake Bon Appétit
Yield Makes 1 Loaf
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Place cereal in large bowl. Pour 2 cups boiling water over. Let stand until mixture cools to between 105°F. and 115°F., about 20 minutes.
- Sprinkle yeast over cereal. Add 1 cup bread flour, oil, sugar and salt and stir until smooth. Gradually mix in enough remaining bread flour to form dough. Cover dough; let rest 15 minutes.
- Turn out dough onto floured surface. Knead until smooth and elastic, adding more flour if sticky, about 10 minutes. Oil large bowl. Add dough to bowl; turn to coat. Cover bowl with clean kitchen towel. Let dough rise in warm area until doubled, about 1 hour.
- Mix all seeds in bowl. Punch down dough. Turn out onto lightly oiled surface. Knead briefly. Shape into 12x4-inch loaf.Sprinkle baking sheet with 2 teaspoons seeds. Place loaf atop seeds. Cover with towel. Let rise in warm area until almost doubled, about 30 minutes.
- Position 1 oven rack in center and 1 just below center in oven. Place baking pan on lower rack and preheat oven to 425°F. Brush loaf with water. Sprinkle with remaining seed mixture. Using sharp knife, cut 3 diagonal slashes in surface of loaf. Place baking sheet with loaf in oven. Immediately pour 2 cups water into hot pan on lower rack in oven (water will steam).
- Bake loaf until golden and crusty and tester inserted into center comes out clean, about 35 minutes. Transfer to rack and cool.(Can be made 1 day ahead. Wrap in plastic; store at room temperature.)
- *Available at natural foods stores.
MULTIGRAIN SEED BREAD
Steps:
- Place the water in a large mixing bowl, crumble in the yeast (if using dry yeast, let dissolve), then stir in the sourdough, salt, honey, seeds and flour.
- Stir the dough until it is elastic and cohesive but still very wet and sticky, about 15 minutes by hand or 10 minutes with the paddle attachment of a heavy-duty electric mixer set at medium speed. Sprinkle the surface of the dough with flour, cover the bowl with plastic wrap and allow to rest in a warm place for one hour.
- Oil a pair of metal loaf pans, 2 1/2 by 4 by 8 inches. Stir down the dough and divide it between them, cover with plastic wrap and let rise only until one-and-a-half times the original height, about 45 minutes. The dough will not fill the pans completely.
- Heat the oven to 450 degrees and make the loaves for 20 minutes. Reduce the heat to 375 and bake 20 to 30 minutes more, or until the loaves sound hollow when tapped on the bottom. Remove the loaves from the pans and cool on their sides on wire racks.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 310, UnsaturatedFat 3 grams, Carbohydrate 71 grams, Fat 3 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 2 grams, SaturatedFat 0 grams, Sodium 283 milligrams, Sugar 69 grams, TransFat 0 grams
SEEDED MULTIGRAIN BREAD
This dough can rise in Brotformen -- German baskets that mold the loaves. The grains are available at health food stores.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Breakfast & Brunch Recipes Bread Recipes
Yield Makes 2 loaves
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Bring a small saucepan of water to a boil. Add wheat berries, and gently boil for 20 minutes. Drain, and let cool. In the bowl of an electric mixer, combine 1/4 warm cup water, yeast, and honey. Let stand until yeast is foamy, about 10 minutes. Add sponge, and mix on low speed until combined, about 1 minute. Add flours, rye meal, cracked wheat, millet, flax, salt, and remaining 2 1/4 cups warm water; mix, using the paddle attachment, on low speed for 2 minutes. Change to dough hook, and mix on medium-low speed for 6 minutes. Add sunflower seeds and cooked wheat berries; mix for 1 minute. Pull dough down from the hook, and press the dough into the seeds at the bottom of bowl. Continue to mix until the seeds are completely incorporated and the dough is wet and tacky, 2 minutes. Alternatively, knead the dough by hand, 15 to 20 minutes.
- Transfer to a lightly floured surface, and knead by hand, four or five turns, into a ball. Place the dough, smooth side up, in a lightly oiled bowl, and cover with plastic wrap. Let rise in a warm place until increased to 1 1/2 times the size, about 2 1/2 hours.
- Punch down dough, and fold it over onto itself four or five times. Turn folded side face down in the bowl. Cover, and let rise in a warm place until doubled in bulk, 1 hour.
- Liberally sprinkle two braided Brotformen, if using, with flour. Turn dough onto a lightly floured surface, and cut in half. Cover one piece of dough loosely with oiled plastic wrap. On an unfloured surface, knead the other piece of dough into a ball. Cup your hands around it, and move it on the work surface in small, circular motions, until top is rounded and bottom is smooth.
- Place the shaped loaf, bottom up, in a Brotform. Cover loosely with lightly oiled plastic wrap and then with a towel. Repeat shaping process with the second piece of dough. (If you're not using Brotformen, shape dough in the same way, and place on parchment dusted with coarse cornmeal; coat the bottom and 1 inch up the sides with cornmeal. Cover loosely with oiled plastic wrap and then with a clean towel.) Let loaves rise in a warm place until doubled in bulk, about 1 hour. Thirty minutes before this final rise is completed, place a baking stone, if using, in lower third of oven and an empty baking pan on the lowest shelf. Heat oven to 450 degrees.
- Transfer one loaf from a Brotform to a baker's peel or baking sheet sprinkled with coarse cornmeal. Using a razor blade or serrated knife, slash the top 1/4 to 1/2 inch deep. Slide onto the baking stone. Repeat with second loaf. If not using a stone, slash tops and bake on a cornmeal-dusted baking sheet. Quickly pour 2 cups of very hot water into the heated baking pan to create steam, and close the oven door. Bake until dark golden brown and hollow sounding when tapped on the bottom, about 25 to 30 minutes. If the bread darkens too quickly, lower temperature to 425 degrees after 15 minutes of the baking time. Let bread cool on a wire rack for at least 30 minutes before slicing.
MULTIGRAIN BREAD
One simple recipe is all you need to bake four types of bread, each one hearty, wholesome, and delicious. This fluffy multigrain bread recipe is a great, tasty bread. See our Classic White Bread how-to for step-by-step photos.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Breakfast & Brunch Recipes Bread Recipes
Yield Makes 2 loaves
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Soak 1/3 cup bulgur in 1/2 cup warm water for 20 minutes; set aside. Sprinkle yeast over 1/2 cup water. Add 2 teaspoons honey. Whisk until yeast dissolves. Let stand until foamy, about 5 minutes. Transfer to the bowl of a mixer fitted with the paddle or dough-hook attachment. Add butter and remaining 1 1/2 cups water and 3 tablespoons honey. Whisk flour with salt; add 3 cups to yeast. Mix on low speed until smooth. Mix in soaked bulgur, 1/2 cup rolled oats, 1/4 cup flaxseeds, and 1/4 cup raw sunflower seeds. Add remaining 4 cups flour, 1 cup at a time, mixing until dough comes away from sides of bowl and forms a ragged, slightly sticky ball. Butter a large bowl.
- Knead dough on a floured surface until smooth and elastic but still slightly tacky, about 5 minutes. Shape into a ball. Transfer to prepared bowl; cover with plastic wrap.
- Let dough stand in a warm place until it doubles in volume (it should not spring back when pressed), about 1 hour. Butter two 4 1/2-by-8 1/2-inch loaf pans. Punch down dough; divide in half.
- Shape 1 dough half into an 8 1/2-inch-long rectangle (about 1/2 inch thick). Fold long sides of dough in to middle, overlapping slightly. Press seam to seal. Transfer dough, seam side down, to pan. Repeat with remaining dough. Brush tops of loaves with egg wash (beaten egg white mixed with water), not butter, and sprinkle with oats and sunflower seeds. Dab tops with egg wash to help adhere. Preheat oven to 450 degrees. Drape loaves with plastic. Let stand until dough rises about 1 inch above tops of pans, 45 minutes to 1 hour. Reduce oven temperature to 400 degrees. Bake, rotating pans after 20 minutes, until tops are golden brown, about 45 minutes. Transfer to wire racks. Let cool slightly; turn out loaves. Let cool completely before slicing.
Tips:
- Measure Accurately: Use a kitchen scale to measure ingredients for precise results.
- Activate Yeast Properly: Check the water temperature and let the yeast bloom before adding it to the dough.
- Knead the Dough Well: Kneading develops the gluten, giving the bread its structure and elasticity.
- Let the Dough Rise in a Warm Place: This helps the yeast to multiply and the dough to expand.
- Bake at the Right Temperature: Use an oven thermometer to ensure the oven is at the correct temperature.
- Check for Doneness: Insert a toothpick into the center of the bread; it should come out clean when the bread is done.
- Cool the Bread Properly: Let the bread cool on a wire rack before slicing and serving.
Conclusion:
Multigrain and seed bread is a delicious and nutritious choice for any meal. With its variety of grains and seeds, it offers a rich flavor and texture. Whether you prefer a classic white bread or a hearty whole-grain loaf, there is a multigrain and seed bread recipe to suit your taste. Experiment with different combinations of grains and seeds to create your own unique loaf. With a little patience and practice, you can create a homemade multigrain and seed bread that is sure to impress your family and friends.
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