Transylvanian Potato Bread

Discover the rustic charm of Transylvanian Potato Bread, a hearty, golden loaf with a soft interior and delightfully crispy crust. This traditional recipe combines mashed potatoes with all-purpose flour, creating a uniquely moist and flavorful dough that's perfect for bread lovers seeking something special. Enhanced with olive oil and a hint of sweetness from sugar, this potato bread rises beautifully and bakes to perfection with a golden, artisan-style crust. The approachable process includes simple ingredients like dry yeast, lukewarm water, and salt, making it an ideal bake for novices and seasoned bakers alike. Serve it warm as a comforting side, use it to elevate your sandwiches, or simply enjoy it with butter for a taste of authentic European baking. This recipe yields eight generous servings, perfect for sharing around the table!

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 400 grams potatoes
• 500 grams all-purpose flour
• 10 grams dry yeast
• 200 milliliters lukewarm water
• 8 grams salt
• 10 grams sugar
• 2 tablespoons olive oil

Directions

Step 1

Peel and dice the potatoes into evenly-sized chunks. Place them in a pot of salted water and boil for 15-20 minutes until fork-tender.

Step 2

Drain the cooked potatoes and mash them until smooth. Let the mashed potatoes cool to room temperature.

Step 3

In a small bowl, mix the dry yeast, sugar, and lukewarm water. Let the mixture sit for 5-10 minutes until it becomes frothy.

Step 4

In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour and salt. Add the mashed potatoes, activated yeast mixture, and olive oil to the bowl.

Step 5

Mix the ingredients until they come together to form a sticky dough. Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.

Step 6

Place the dough in an oiled bowl and cover it with a clean kitchen towel or plastic wrap. Let it rise in a warm place for 1-1.5 hours, or until it doubles in size.

Step 7

Preheat your oven to 220°C (430°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 8

Punch the risen dough down to release air bubbles and shape it into a round loaf or desired shape. Place it on the prepared baking sheet.

Step 9

Cover the shaped dough with a kitchen towel and let it proof for another 30 minutes.

Step 10

Before baking, lightly dust the top of the loaf with flour and optionally score it with a sharp knife for decoration.

Step 11

Bake the bread in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the bread sounds hollow when tapped on the bottom.

Step 12

Remove the bread from the oven and let it cool on a wire rack for at least 20 minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	658.9 grams (658.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	694

Total Fat 29.00g	37%
Saturated Fat 4.50g	23%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3195mg	139%
Total Carbohydrate 98.60g	36%
Dietary Fiber 10.80g	39%
Total Sugars 14.70g
Protein 13.90g	28%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 63mg	5%
Iron 5mg	27%
Potassium 2342mg	50%

*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: 36.7%

Protein: 7.8%

Carbs: 55.5%