How to make walnut bread
One of the wonders of home baking is the ability to create unique, flavorful breads that you wouldn't find in a regular bakery. One such bread is walnut bread, which combines the soft, springy texture of bread with the rich flavor and crunchy texture of walnuts. Here's a simple recipe for making walnut bread at home.
Ingredients:
- 500 grams of wheat flour
- 10 grams of salt
- 10 grams of sugar
- 15 grams of fresh yeast
- 300 ml of warm water
- 50 grams of unsalted butter
- 200 grams of chopped walnuts
Preparation:
First, mix the flour, salt and sugar in a large bowl. In a separate bowl, dissolve the yeast in warm water. Let it rest for about 5 minutes, until the mixture starts to foam. This indicates that the yeast is active.
Pour the yeast mixture into the bowl with the flour. Use a wooden spoon or rubber spatula to mix the ingredients into a dough. Add the butter and continue mixing until the dough starts to come together.
Transfer the dough to a clean, lightly floured work surface. Knead the dough for about 10 minutes, until it is smooth and elastic. If the dough is too sticky, add more flour, one tablespoon at a time, until the dough is manageable.
After kneading the dough, add the chopped walnuts. Continue to knead the dough until the nuts are evenly distributed. Form the dough into a ball and place it in a large, lightly oiled bowl. Cover the bowl with a damp cloth and let the dough rest in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until the dough has doubled in size.
Once the dough has risen, preheat the oven to 200 degrees Celsius. Transfer the dough to a greased loaf pan and let it rest for another 20 minutes. Then place the pan in the oven and bake for about 30 to 40 minutes, or until the bread is golden brown and makes a hollow sound when tapped on the bottom.
Remove the bread from the oven and let it cool in the pan for about 10 minutes. Then, remove the bread from the tin and let it cool completely on a wire rack. Now you have a beautiful and delicious homemade walnut bread!
Tips:
To ensure that the nuts are evenly distributed in the batter, you can lightly toast them before adding them to the batter. This will also help bring out the flavor of the nuts. Also, if you want a sweeter bread, you can add more sugar to the recipe. However, keep in mind that this can also affect the rise time of the dough.
In summary, making walnut bread at home is a simple process that only requires a few basic ingredients and a little time. The result is a tasty and nutritious bread that is perfect for breakfast or an afternoon snack. So the next time you're craving bread at home, why not try this walnut bread recipe?
