WALNUT BREAD
The affinity of walnuts and whole wheat plays out well in this fairly simple loaf. I ramped up the walnut component by mixing in toasted pieces, including ground nuts along with the flour and even adding some walnut oil to the dough. Making this bread is straightforward enough for the home cook to master, and using a mere pinch of yeast will give the dough a nice rise. This dough would also welcome raisins, olives or pieces of figs along with the walnuts. I have found that the best way to introduce ingredients like these is to knead them in after the first rise.
Provided by Florence Fabricant
Categories project, appetizer, side dish
Time 3h30m
Yield 2 loaves
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Toast walnuts in an oven or under the broiler. Set aside to cool.
- Place yeast in a large mixing bowl. Mix salt into 2 cups (473 milliliters) lukewarm water. Stir into yeast. Stir in maple syrup and 2 tablespoons oil.
- Measure 1 cup of the toasted walnuts, place in a food processor with 2 tablespoons of the whole-wheat flour and process until finely ground. Add to bowl along with remaining whole-wheat flour. Stir with a wooden spoon.
- Add bread flour 1/2 cup at a time until dough forms and leaves the sides of the bowl. (At this point you're better off mixing with your hands.) Turn dough out onto a floured work surface. Continue adding bread flour, kneading as you go, until you have a dough that's a bit on the soft side, only slightly sticky and easy to handle.
- Clean out your bowl, coat it with 1 tablespoon oil, and place dough back into the bowl, turning it so it's oiled all over. Cover with a cloth and set aside to rise until doubled, about 1 1/2 hours.
- Punch the dough down, add remaining toasted walnuts and lightly knead them into the dough. Dust a spacious baking sheet with cornmeal. Divide the dough in half, shape into 2 balls and place on the baking sheet. Cover loosely and let rise for an hour.
- Place the oven rack in the lowest position and heat oven to 450 degrees. Slash the tops of the breads with a razor or a lame (a baker's blade). Do not be tentative about this step; your slashes should be a good half-inch deep, done with a firm, even hand.
- Place the baking sheet in the oven. Throw a handful of ice cubes on the floor of the oven to create steam. Bake 20 minutes. By this time the breads should be a nice honey-brown. Brush them with remaining 1 tablespoon oil, reduce heat to 350 degrees, add more ice cubes and bake about 25 minutes longer, until the breads are well browned and sound hollow when tapped. Allow to cool at least 1 hour before cutting.
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reiss
[email protected]This bread is so versatile. You can eat it plain, toasted, or with your favorite toppings.
Asafa Fatima
[email protected]I love the smell of this bread baking in the oven. It fills the whole house with a warm and inviting aroma.
AYDEN XCOCOX
[email protected]This is the perfect bread to serve with a cup of coffee or tea.
Ayesha Begume Sumi
[email protected]I've been making this bread for years and it's always a hit. It's my go-to recipe for any occasion.
Tasha Tweedel
[email protected]This bread is a great gift idea. I've given it to friends and family and they've all loved it.
famuyide samuel
[email protected]I made this bread in a mini loaf pan and it turned out perfectly. It's the perfect size for a snack or a small breakfast.
Phillip Oyem
[email protected]I'm allergic to nuts, so I substituted the walnuts for chocolate chips. It was still delicious!
Molly Grchan
[email protected]This bread is a great way to get your kids to eat walnuts. My kids love it!
Mikecrack Fans
[email protected]I love that this recipe uses honey instead of refined sugar. It makes the bread a little healthier.
Bibha Mandal
[email protected]This bread is so easy to make. I had it in the oven in less than 10 minutes.
nesanet shebabaw
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of walnuts, but I really enjoyed this bread. The walnuts were not overpowering and the bread was very moist.
Anthony Grixti
[email protected]This is the best walnut bread I've ever had. The flavor is amazing and the texture is perfect.
Ayman Abdul
[email protected]I've made this bread several times and it always turns out great. It's a keeper!
Minhazur Rahman
[email protected]This bread is perfect for breakfast, lunch, or a snack. It's also great for freezing.
barnabas aniyi kehinde
[email protected]I love the crunchy walnuts in this bread. They add such a nice texture.
Andrea X
[email protected]This is my go-to recipe for walnut bread. It's always a crowd-pleaser.
elsa Castillo
[email protected]I made this bread for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it and asked for the recipe.
RAFIQUE SAHITO
[email protected]This bread is a great way to use up leftover walnuts. It's also a nice change from the usual banana bread or zucchini bread.
sajid khan official
[email protected]I've tried many walnut bread recipes before, but this one is by far the best. It's so easy to make and always comes out perfect. My family loves it!
Sisir Chowdhury
[email protected]This walnut bread turned out absolutely delicious! The texture was moist and fluffy, and the walnut flavor was perfectly balanced. I would definitely make this recipe again.