Tassajara Bread

Discover the art of breadmaking with this classic Tassajara Bread recipe—a true celebration of wholesome, rustic flavors. Made with a blend of whole wheat and unbleached all-purpose flours, this hearty loaves boast a tender crumb and nutty richness, sweetened with a touch of honey for natural sweetness. The recipe's step-by-step process, from kneading the elastic dough to the satisfaction of a perfectly golden crust, makes it an ideal choice for beginner and seasoned bakers alike. With its long rise time, this bread develops a depth of flavor that pairs beautifully with butter, jam, or any topping of your choice. Perfect for breakfast, sandwiches, or as a side to hearty soup, Tassajara Bread is more than just bread—it's an experience in homemade comfort. Keywords: Tassajara Bread recipe, homemade bread, whole wheat bread, easy bread recipe.

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:180 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:230 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 2.5 teaspoons Active dry yeast
• 0.5 cups Warm water
• 0.33 cups Honey
• 4 cups Whole wheat flour
• 1 tablespoon Salt
• 0.5 cups Vegetable oil
• 1.75 cups Warm water (additional)
• 4 cups Unbleached all-purpose flour

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, dissolve 2.5 teaspoons of active dry yeast in 0.5 cups of warm water. Let sit for 5 minutes until the yeast becomes frothy.

Step 2

Add 0.33 cups of honey, 4 cups of whole wheat flour, 1 tablespoon of salt, 0.5 cups of vegetable oil, and 1.75 cups of additional warm water to the bowl. Mix until a sticky dough forms.

Step 3

Knead the dough on a floured surface for 10 minutes, incorporating up to 4 cups of unbleached all-purpose flour as needed to prevent sticking. The dough should become smooth and elastic.

Step 4

Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl. Cover with a damp cloth and let it rise in a warm place for 1.5 to 2 hours, until doubled in size.

Step 5

Punch down the dough to release air. Divide it in half and shape each portion into a loaf.

Step 6

Place the shaped loaves into two greased 9x5-inch loaf pans. Cover and let rise again for 45 minutes, or until the dough rises just above the edges of the pans.

Step 7

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake the loaves in the preheated oven for 45 to 50 minutes, or until the bread is golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped on the bottom.

Step 8

Remove the loaves from the pans and allow them to cool completely on a wire rack before slicing.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1736.6 grams (1736.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4608

Total Fat 118.60g	152%
Saturated Fat 17.30g	87%
Polyunsaturated Fat 67.20g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 7122mg	310%
Total Carbohydrate 797.40g	290%
Dietary Fiber 73.50g	263%
Total Sugars 68.20g
Protein 119.10g	238%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 245mg	19%
Iron 25mg	139%
Potassium 2679mg	57%

*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: 22.6%

Protein: 10.1%

Carbs: 67.4%