Cracked Wheat Carrot Loaf

This Cracked Wheat Carrot Loaf is a wholesome, comforting bread that balances earthy whole grains with the natural sweetness of shredded carrots. The cracked wheat adds a pleasant chew and nutritional boost, while the yeast gives it a light, airy structure distinct from dense quick breads. It has a moist interior and a golden-brown crust, making it perfect for slicing thick for toast or serving alongside soups and stews. This vegetarian loaf is an excellent choice for healthy weeknight dinners, lunchboxes, or as a side dish for family gatherings.

Cooking Method: Baking, Boiling

Cuisine: Global

Courses: Main Courses

Difficulty: Advanced

Servings: 12

Calories: 415.9

Dietary: Diabetic, Vegetarian

Description

This Cracked Wheat Carrot Loaf is a wholesome, comforting bread that balances earthy whole grains with the natural sweetness of shredded carrots. The cracked wheat adds a pleasant chew and nutritional boost, while the yeast gives it a light, airy structure distinct from dense quick breads. It has a moist interior and a golden-brown crust, making it perfect for slicing thick for toast or serving alongside soups and stews. This vegetarian loaf is an excellent choice for healthy weeknight dinners, lunchboxes, or as a side dish for family gatherings.

Ingredients

1/2 cup Boiling water
1/4 cup Cracked wheat
1 Package Active dry yeast
1/4 cup Warm water
1/3 cup Skim milk, warm
1/4 cup Margarine
1/4 cup Brown sugar, firmly packed
1 teaspoon Salt
1 cup Carrot, shredded
1 large Egg
2 1/3 cups All-purpose flour

Directions

1
In a small bowl, pour the boiling water over the cracked wheat; let stand for 15 minutes. Drain any excess water and set aside to cool.
2
In a separate small bowl, dissolve the active dry yeast in the warm water. Let sit for 5-10 minutes until foamy.
3
In a large mixing bowl, combine the warm skim milk, margarine, brown sugar, salt, shredded carrot, and egg. Stir until the margarine is mostly melted and ingredients are combined.
4
Add the dissolved yeast mixture and the drained cracked wheat to the large bowl. Stir well to combine.
5
Add 1 cup of the all-purpose flour to the wet mixture. Stir until a sticky dough forms.
6
Gradually add the remaining all-purpose flour, one tablespoon at a time, until the dough is moderately stiff and pulls away from the sides of the bowl.
7
Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Knead for about 10 minutes, adding a little more flour if necessary, until the dough is smooth and elastic.
8
Shape the dough into a ball. Place it in a greased large bowl, turning once to coat the top with grease.
9
Cover the bowl and let the dough rise in a warm place for about 1 1/2 hours, or until nearly double in size.
10
Meanwhile, preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan or coat with non-stick spray.
11
Punch the dough down to release air bubbles. Shape into a loaf and place it into the prepared pan.
12
Cover the pan and let the dough rise again for about 1 hour, or until nearly double in size and rounded over the top of the pan.
13
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes. If the crust browns too quickly, loosely tent with aluminum foil after 20 minutes of baking.
14
Remove the loaf from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 5 minutes. Then, transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

Amount Per Serving
Calories 415.9kcal

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 12.7g20%
Saturated Fat 3.7g19%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 5477.8mg229%
Total Carbohydrate 69.2g24%
Dietary Fiber 6.1g25%
Sugars 18.8g
Protein 8.7g18%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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