Midtown Deli Ezekiel Bread

Elevate your bread-making game with the hearty and nutritious Midtown Deli Ezekiel Bread, a wholesome recipe packed with sprouted grains, legumes, and the perfect balance of natural sweetness. This bread combines whole wheat berries, spelt, barley, and millet with red lentils, kidney beans, and pinto beans to create a nutrient-dense loaf brimming with fiber and plant-based protein. Sprouting the grains and beans enhances their digestibility and boosts their natural flavors, while a touch of honey and olive oil provides just the right amount of moisture and richness. Ideal for sandwiches, toast, or as a standalone snack, this easy-to-make bread delivers on flavor and health. The recipe is beginner-friendly with step-by-step directions, requiring only a little patience for sprouting and rising. Bake this golden loaf to enjoy the ultimate homemade bread experience, perfect for clean eating and packed with satisfying, soul-warming goodness.

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:45 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:85 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1 cup Whole wheat berries
• 0.5 cup Spelt berries
• 0.5 cup Barley
• 0.25 cup Millet
• 0.25 cup Lentils (red or green)
• 2 tablespoons Kidney beans
• 2 tablespoons Pinto beans
• 2.25 teaspoons Yeast (active dry)
• 1.25 cups Warm water
• 2 tablespoons Honey
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 2 tablespoons Vital wheat gluten
• 2.25 cups Whole wheat flour

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the whole wheat berries, spelt berries, barley, millet, lentils, kidney beans, and pinto beans under cold water. Soak them in water for 12-24 hours to sprout.

Step 2

After soaking, drain the grains and beans, spread them out on a clean towel, and allow them to sprout for an additional 1-2 days, rinsing twice daily, until small tails form on the grains and beans.

Step 3

Once sprouted, grind the grains and beans into a coarse paste using a food processor or grinder.

Step 4

In a small bowl, dissolve the active dry yeast in warm water and let it sit for 5-10 minutes until foamy.

Step 5

In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground sprouted mixture, yeast mixture, honey, olive oil, and salt. Mix well with your hands or a sturdy spoon.

Step 6

Add the vital wheat gluten and gradually incorporate the whole wheat flour, kneading the dough until it is smooth and elastic, about 8-10 minutes.

Step 7

Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover with a damp towel, and allow it to rise in a warm place for 1-1.5 hours, or until it doubles in size.

Step 8

Punch down the dough, shape it into a loaf, and place it in a greased 9x5-inch loaf pan. Cover with the damp towel again and let it rise for another 45 minutes.

Step 9

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 10

Bake the bread in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the bread sounds hollow when tapped.

Step 11

Remove the bread from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then, transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1313.3 grams (1313.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2746

Total Fat 46.30g	59%
Saturated Fat 8.00g	40%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.80g
Cholesterol 3mg	1%
Sodium 3022mg	131%
Total Carbohydrate 516.50g	188%
Dietary Fiber 78.50g	280%
Total Sugars 38.40g
Protein 102.80g	206%

Vitamin D 3IU	17%
Calcium 252mg	19%
Iron 27mg	150%
Potassium 2908mg	62%

*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: 14.4%

Protein: 14.2%

Carbs: 71.4%