Ethiopian Honey Yeast Bread

Elevate your bread-baking game with Ethiopian Honey Yeast Bread, a fragrant and slightly sweet homemade loaf that’s as delightful to smell as it is to taste! Infused with warm honey and aromatic ground cardamom, this soft bread boasts a tender crumb and golden crust, making it perfect for breakfast spreads, alongside stews, or as a standalone treat. The recipe features simple, pantry-staple ingredients like all-purpose flour, active dry yeast, and melted butter, while incorporating a two-stage proofing process for flawless texture every time. With just 15 minutes of prep time and a rewarding bake, this traditional Ethiopian-inspired bread is an approachable yet impressive addition to your baking repertoire. Savor a slice fresh out of the oven or enjoy its subtle sweetness as a foundation for your favorite toppings!

Nutriscore Rating: 58/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 4 cups All-purpose flour
• 2.25 teaspoons Active dry yeast
• 1.5 cups Warm water (110°F/45°C)
• 1.25 cups Honey
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Ground cardamom
• 0.25 cup Unsalted butter, melted
• 1 teaspoon Vegetable oil (for greasing)

Directions

Step 1

In a small bowl, combine the warm water and active dry yeast. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes, or until it begins to foam, indicating the yeast is active.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine 3 cups of the flour, honey, salt, and ground cardamom. Stir well to evenly distribute the ingredients.

Step 3

Add the yeast mixture and melted butter into the dry ingredients. Mix well until a sticky dough begins to form.

Step 4

Gradually add the remaining 1 cup of flour, a little at a time, kneading the dough until it is soft and elastic but not sticky. This should take about 8-10 minutes of kneading by hand or 5-6 minutes in a stand mixer with a dough hook.

Step 5

Grease a large bowl with vegetable oil and place the dough inside, turning it to coat the surface lightly with oil. Cover the bowl with a clean kitchen towel or plastic wrap and let the dough rise in a warm place for 60-90 minutes, or until it has doubled in size.

Step 6

Punch down the dough and transfer it to a floured surface. Shape the dough into a round loaf and place it on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

Step 7

Cover the loaf with a clean kitchen towel and let it rise for another 30 minutes.

Step 8

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Once the dough has risen, you can make a few shallow slashes on the top with a sharp knife for decoration (optional).

Step 9

Bake the bread in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the bread sounds hollow when tapped on the bottom.

Step 10

Remove the bread from the oven and let it cool on a wire rack for at least 15 minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1217 grams (1217.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3147

Total Fat 57.60g	74%
Saturated Fat 31.70g	159%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 129mg	43%
Sodium 2391mg	104%
Total Carbohydrate 616.20g	224%
Dietary Fiber 15.10g	54%
Total Sugars 245.50g
Protein 54.40g	109%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 102mg	8%
Iron 24mg	135%
Potassium 848mg	18%

*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: 16.2%

Protein: 6.8%

Carbs: 77.0%