This recipe offers a unique twist on classic bread baking, incorporating nutritious farro wheat for a wholesome and flavorful loaf. Farro adds a delightful nutty flavor and chewy texture that elevates this bread beyond your average store-bought option. It's not too sweet, not too dense – just perfect!.
The process is surprisingly straightforward, requiring no special equipment or hard-to-find ingredients. Perfect for both seasoned bakers and those new to the craft. Once you've tried it, you'll find yourself making this bread regularly.
Required Equipments
- Large mixing bowl
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Wooden spoon or spatula
- Stand mixer (optional)
- Baking sheets
- Parchment paper
- Loaf pan (9x5 inch)
- Sharp knife or bread knife
Farro-Wheat-Bread
This recipe will guide you through making a delicious and nutritious farro wheat bread, perfect for sandwiches, toast, or simply enjoying on its own.
⏳ Yield & Time
Yield: 1 loaf servings
Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time:
🍽 Ingredients
📖 Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine 1 cup (125g) warm water (around 105-115°F), 1 1/4 teaspoon (7g) active dry yeast, and 1 teaspoon (5g) sugar. Gently stir to combine and let stand for 5-10 minutes, until foamy. If it doesn't foam, your yeast might be dead...start again!
- In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour, 1 cup (170g) farro flour, 1 teaspoon (5g) salt, and 1 tablespoon (15g) olive oil. Don't skip the olive oil, it adds amazing flavor!
- Add the wet ingredients (the yeast mixture) to the dry ingredients and stir with a wooden spoon until just combined. It'll be a bit sticky!
- If using a stand mixer, knead the dough with a dough hook for 5-7 minutes, until smooth and elastic. If kneading by hand, transfer to a lightly floured surface and knead for 8-10 minutes, adding a little extra flour if needed to prevent sticking. This part is key!
- Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, turning once to coat. Cover with plastic wrap and let rise in a warm place for 1-1.5 hours, or until doubled in size. A warm oven (turned off) with the light on works perfectly, but be sure to check on it.
- Gently punch down the dough to release the air. Shape it into a loaf and place it in a greased 9x5 inch loaf pan or on a parchment-lined baking sheet. If on a baking sheet, it will be flatter.
- Cover the loaf loosely with plastic wrap and let rise for another 30-45 minutes. It should rise a bit more!
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake the farro wheat bread for 30-35 minutes, or until golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 200°F (93°C). If the top browns too quickly, loosely cover it with foil.
- Remove the bread from the oven and let it cool completely on a wire rack before slicing and serving. Seriously, let it cool. Patience young padawan!
📝 Notes
- For a richer flavor, use whole wheat flour or add nuts and seeds to the dough.
- Make sure your yeast is fresh for best results.
- Let the bread cool completely before slicing for best texture
🍎 Nutrition
Calories: 250 kcal
Protein: 8 g
Fat: 5 g
Carbohydrates: 40g
Fiber: 4 g
Calcium: 20 mg
