Artisan Multigrain Bread : Simple and easy to bake , this delicious four grain loaf packs highly nutritious ingredients and adds yet another option to your healthier diet.
This bread is quite easy to bake. As it contains simple ingredients , you should be having them around or easy to find in any local store near you. When choosing artisan multigrain bread, it is important to look for bread that is made with whole grains and natural ingredients. Avoid bread that contains artificial additives, preservatives, or sweeteners, as these can be harmful to your health. There are many different types of artisan multigrain bread available, each with its own unique flavor and texture. Some bakers use a mix of seeds and nuts, such as sunflower seeds, sesame seeds, and almonds, to add extra crunch and flavor to the bread. Others use a variety of different grains, such as spelt, and quinoa, to create a more diverse flavor profile.
I call this bread Four Grain bread , as it contains four main types of grains : Flax seeds, Pumpkin seeds, Sunflower seeds, Sesame Seeds. Who doesn’t love the smell of freshly baked nutty rustic artisan multigrain bread on Sunday mornings ?
Benefits of Multigrain Bread.
One of the main benefits of artisan multigrain bread is that it is much healthier than regular white bread. This is because it is made with a variety of whole grains, which are packed with fiber, vitamins, and minerals.
Another benefit of artisan multigrain bread is that it is very versatile and can be used in a wide variety of dishes. It is perfect for making sandwiches, toast, and even croutons for salads. The unique texture and flavor of the bread also makes it a great accompaniment to soups, stews, and other hearty dishes.
How to bake Artisan Multigrain Bread ?
Unlike other bread recipes, this bread requires an additional method to soak the grains overnight, then mixed with rest of the ingredients before kneading and baking. To bake this bread, mix well the wet ingredients , followed by gradually adding dry ingredients while roughly kneading. Then adding the overnight soaked grains to the dough and further kneading until mixed well. Once the dough is kneaded well , cut into equal parts , make a round ball and cover with a damp cloth and proof it for about 30~40 mins. Shape the dough into long log , spray water and grains on top. Leave it for final proofing before baking. Enjoy!
Ingredients
For soaking grains:
- Flax seeds – 25g
- Pumpkin seeds – 25g
- Sesame seeds – 25g
- Sunflower seeds – 25g
- Water- 140ml (or just enough to soak the seeds)
For the dough:
- Flour – 160g
- Wholewheat flour – 160g
- Yeast – 5g
- Salt – 4g
- Water – 350ml
- Butter – 40g
- Soaked grains + some for toppings.
Instructions
- Begin by mixing the two types of flour together in a mixing bowl.
- Add the yeast and salt to the flour and mix them all together.
- Add in the soaked grains and mix them with the flour mixture.
- Melt the butter and add it to the mixing bowl.
- Add in the water and mix everything together until the dough forms.
- Knead the dough for at least 10 minutes to make sure it is well mixed and elastic.
- Place the dough in a greased bowl and cover it with a clean towel. Let it rise in a warm place for about an hour or until it has doubled in size.
- Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).
- Punch down the dough and knead it again briefly. Divide it into two equal parts.
- Shape each piece of dough into a loaf shape and place them into greased loaf pans.
- Add some of the soaked grains on top of the loaves for extra texture and flavor.
- Cover the loaves with a towel and let them rise for another 20 minutes.
- Bake the loaves in the preheated oven for about 30-35 minutes, or until they are golden brown and sound hollow when tapped.
- Remove the loaves from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.
Do give it a try and experience the unique taste and texture of this delicious bread for yourself.
Check out our delicious Whole Wheat bread with Oats & Honey !!!
