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Caraway rye bread

A little spice, a delicious everyday dish.

Caraway rye bread: a cooled slice has an even crumb dotted with caraway.

Prep 20 minCook 40 min95–140 min rising; cool 1 hourServes 12Easy

Gather your ingredients Let’s make it ↓

AI-generated serving inspiration.

Images are AI-generated serving illustrations; actual portions and results may vary.

GET EVERYTHING READY

Everything you’ll need.

For 12 servings. Tap each ingredient as you get it ready.

MainBread flour2 1/2 cups (300 g)
MainRye flour1 cup (100 g)
MainWarm water, about 100°F (38°C)1 1/4 cups (300 ml)
MainInstant yeast2 tsp (6 g)
MainHoney1 tbsp (21 g)
MainNeutral oil1 tbsp (15 ml)
MainFine salt1 1/4 tsp (7.5 g)
SeasoningCaraway Seeds Whole2 tsp (5 g)SPICE MAGICCaraway Seeds WholeView this spice →

Use the written amounts, not the portions shown in the illustrations. US volume and weight equivalents are approximate.

What equipment do I need?

Mixing bowl; 9 × 5-inch loaf pan; oven.

The recipe at a glance.

See the sequence, then follow the full instructions below.

STEP 1Mix and knead10 min
STEP 2Let it rise60–90 min
STEP 3Shape and proof35–50 min
STEP 4Bake and cool35–40 min

FOLLOW ALONG

4 simple steps.
One delicious result.

Illustrative preparation stage 1
STEP 1 / 410 min
Mix and knead
No heat
Have ready
All ingredients
1. Mix flours, yeast, salt and caraway.
2. Add warm water, honey and oil.
3. Knead for 8–10 minutes; the dough stays slightly tacky.
◎ What to look for
Dough is elastic and holds together, not a pourable batter.
Next: Let it rise ↓
Illustrative preparation stage 2
STEP 2 / 460–90 min
Let it rise
Room temperature
Have ready
No new ingredients
1. Cover the bowl and leave in a warm room for 60–90 minutes until nearly doubled.
◎ What to look for
Dough is visibly expanded and airy.
SPICE MAGICCaraway Seeds WholeView this spice →Next: Shape and proof ↓
Illustrative preparation stage 3
STEP 3 / 435–50 min
Shape and proof
No heat
Have ready
No new ingredients
1. Shape into a log and place in the lined loaf pan.
2. Cover and rise for 35–50 minutes until puffy.
3. Heat oven to 375°F (190°C).
◎ What to look for
Dough crowns near the top of the loaf pan.
Next: Bake and cool ↓
Illustrative preparation stage 4
STEP 4 / 435–40 min
Bake and cool
375°F (190°C) oven
Have ready
No new ingredients
1. Bake for 35–40 minutes, until deeply golden and the center reaches about 200°F (93°C).
2. Turn out onto a rack and cool fully before slicing.
◎ What to look for
A cooled slice has an even crumb dotted with caraway.

AT THE TABLE

A few good things alongside.

Cheddar

Tomato soup

Hummus

AI-generated serving suggestions. Side dishes are separate from the recipe quantities.

A few things worth knowing.

Recipe development status

Original development recipe; quantities, yield and timings require kitchen testing.

Measuring your ingredients

US volumes are approximate; weigh ingredients when possible.

Ingredients and allergens

Allergen check: includes wheat or other gluten-containing grains. Check all packaged ingredients, including spice blends, and separate serving suggestions.

Kitchen tip 4

Do not taste raw batter or dough; flour and eggs need proper cooking.

FROM YOUR SPICE SHELF

Spices for this recipe.

SPICE MAGICCaraway Seeds WholeView this spice →

Everything you’ll need.

The recipe at a glance.

4 simple steps.One delicious result.

Mix and knead

Let it rise

Shape and proof

Bake and cool

A few good things alongside.

Cheddar

Tomato soup

Hummus

A few things worth knowing.

Spices for this recipe.

More ways with caraway seeds whole.

Caraway braised cabbage

Caraway roast potatoes

Caraway soda bread

Caraway cheese crackers

4 simple steps.
One delicious result.