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Einkorn Bread Recipe

Einkorn Bread Recipe

A soft yet hearty einkorn sandwich loaf made with a mix of all‑purpose and whole grain einkorn flour. Tender enough for everyday sandwiches and toast, with the nutty, naturally sweet flavor of ancient grains.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 2 hours
Course Bread
Cuisine American, Homemade
Servings 1 loaf

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups all-purpose einkorn flour about 240 g
  • 1 1/2 cups whole grain einkorn flour about 180 g
  • 2 1/4 teaspoons instant yeast about one standard packet; or use active dry yeast and proof it first
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons fine sea salt
  • 2 tablespoons organic cane sugar or coconut sugar
  • 1 1/4 cups warm water about 105–110°F / 40–43°C
  • 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil or neutral oil such as avocado or sunflower
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup; mix with wet ingredients
  • 2 tablespoons rolled oats optional, for sprinkling on top
  • 1 tablespoon butter optional, melted, for brushing on baked loaf

Instructions
 

  • In a small bowl or measuring cup, add the warm water. Stir in the sugar and active dry yeast and let it stand 5–10 minutes, until foamy on top. If using instant yeast, you can skip this step (or proof it the same way if you prefer).
  • In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose einkorn flour, whole grain einkorn flour, salt, and instant yeast (if not already proofed). Make sure the salt and yeast are well dispersed and not sitting directly against each other before mixing.
  • Add the honey and oil to the warm water/yeast mixture (or directly into the bowl if using instant yeast). Pour the wet ingredients into the flour mixture and stir with a wooden spoon or dough whisk until everything is combined. The dough will look shaggy and somewhat sticky, which is normal for einkorn dough.

Notes

Einkorn flour absorbs water more slowly and stays stickier than modern wheat. Start with the listed amount of flour and resist the urge to add too much more; a slightly sticky dough is normal and will give you a softer loaf. You can use all all-purpose einkorn for a lighter loaf, adding flour gradually until the dough just comes together. Rolled oats on top give a rustic, artisan look, and brushing the baked loaf with melted butter softens the crust.
Keyword Ancient grains, Einkorn bread, Homemade bread, Sandwich Bread, Whole grain einkorn
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