Black Forest Pumpernickel Abm

Discover the rich, earthy flavors of homemade Black Forest Pumpernickel, a unique bread recipe crafted for your bread machine (ABM). This dark and hearty loaf combines the sweetness of molasses and honey with the depth of unsweetened cocoa and a hint of coffee, giving it an irresistible complexity. A perfect blend of bread flour, whole wheat flour, and rye flour creates a dense, flavorful crumb, while caraway seeds add a subtle warmth. With just 10 minutes of prep time, this recipe offers a hands-off culinary experience, as the bread machine handles the kneading, rising, and baking to perfection. Ideal for sandwiches, charcuterie boards, or simply slathered with butter, this Black Forest Pumpernickel is a must-try for bread lovers seeking bold flavor and wholesome ingredients.

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:180 mins

Total Time:190 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1 cup warm water
• 2 tablespoons molasses
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 teaspoon instant coffee granules
• 1.5 cups bread flour
• 1 cup whole wheat flour
• 0.5 cup rye flour
• 1 teaspoon caraway seeds
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2.25 teaspoons active dry yeast

Directions

Step 1

Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature.

Step 2

In the bread machine pan, pour in the warm water.

Step 3

Add molasses, honey, and vegetable oil to the pan.

Step 4

Sprinkle the unsweetened cocoa powder and instant coffee granules into the liquid base.

Step 5

Layer the bread flour, whole wheat flour, and rye flour into the pan. Ensure the flours cover the liquid completely to prevent yeast from activating prematurely.

Step 6

Add the caraway seeds and salt around the edges of the flour layer (avoid direct contact with yeast).

Step 7

Make a small indentation in the center of the flour and pour in the active dry yeast.

Step 8

Place the bread machine pan into the machine and secure it. Select the 'Whole Wheat' or 'Dark Bread' setting, depending on your machine options.

Step 9

Start the machine and allow it to knead, rise, and bake the bread per the machine's instructions (typically 3 hours).

Step 10

Once the baking cycle is complete, carefully remove the bread pan (use oven mitts if it's hot).

Step 11

Transfer the bread loaf to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Step 12

Serve sliced and enjoy as is, or pair with butter, cream cheese, or your favorite toppings.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	724.6 grams (724.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1752

Total Fat 34.30g	44%
Saturated Fat 5.70g	29%
Polyunsaturated Fat 16.80g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2391mg	104%
Total Carbohydrate 333.80g	121%
Dietary Fiber 34.90g	125%
Total Sugars 49.00g
Protein 50.20g	100%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 202mg	16%
Iron 19mg	104%
Potassium 2018mg	43%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 16.7%

Protein: 10.9%

Carbs: 72.4%