This hearty Rye Bread with Beer and Orange is a comforting, rustic loaf that brings warmth to any table. The combination of medium rye flour and flat beer creates a dense, moist crumb with a rich, malty flavor profile, while the addition of orange zest adds a surprising bright note that cuts through the heaviness. Perfect for slicing thick for toast, making sandwiches, or serving alongside soups and stews. It&# 226;ÂÂs an easy, one-bowl recipe that yields a beautiful golden crust and a soft, chewy interior. Ideal for weekend baking or when you want a sophisticated yet simple homemade bread experience.
Rye Bread With Beer & Orange
Description
This hearty Rye Bread with Beer and Orange is a comforting, rustic loaf that brings warmth to any table. The combination of medium rye flour and flat beer creates a dense, moist crumb with a rich, malty flavor profile, while the addition of orange zest adds a surprising bright note that cuts through the heaviness. Perfect for slicing thick for toast, making sandwiches, or serving alongside soups and stews. It&# 226;ÂÂs an easy, one-bowl recipe that yields a beautiful golden crust and a soft, chewy interior. Ideal for weekend baking or when you want a sophisticated yet simple homemade bread experience.Ingredients
Directions
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Preheat your oven to 375ðF (190ðC). Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan.
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In a large bowl, combine the yeast, warm water, and molasses. Stir gently and let sit for 5-10 minutes until foamy.
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Add the flat beer, grated orange rind, wheat germ, salt, rye flour, and all-purpose flour to the yeast mixture.
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Mix until a shaggy dough forms. If using a bread machine, add ingredients in the order listed and select the basic bread cycle.
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If baking by hand, knead the dough on a floured surface for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic. Place the dough into the prepared loaf pan.
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Cover the pan with a damp cloth and let the dough rise in a warm place for about 45-60 minutes, or until it has risen about 1 inch above the rim of the pan.
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Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the loaf sounds hollow when tapped on the bottom.
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Remove from the pan and let cool completely on a wire rack before slicing.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 1
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 837.4kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 2.3g4%
- Saturated Fat 0.5g3%
- Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
- Sodium 4883.8mg204%
- Total Carbohydrate 174.2g59%
- Dietary Fiber 6.5g26%
- Sugars 7.6g
- Protein 22.3g45%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
Store the bread in a paper bag or bread box at room temperature for up to 3 days. For longer storage, slice and freeze in an airtight container for up to 3 months.
You can use any light-colored flat beer (such as lager or pilsner) for the best flavor profile. If you don't have medium rye flour, whole rye flour can be used, but the loaf will be denser.
Mix 1 stick of sweet butter with 1 Tbsp honey, 2 Tbsp Amaretto (or any sweet liqueur of your choice), and 1/4 tsp almond extract. Spread on warm slices for a delicious treat.
