Recipe For Spelt Bread For Bread Maker Made Easy

Today, I want to share a delightful recipe for Everyday Spelt Bread. This nutritious and delicious bread is perfect for sandwiches, toast, or enjoying simply with butter. With its hearty texture and nutty flavor, it’s a wonderful addition to any meal. Let’s get started with the recipe!

Everyday Spelt Bread

Before we dive into the ingredients, here’s a beautiful image of the finished product:

Ingredients

3 cups whole spelt flour
1 ½ cups warm water (about 110°F)
2 ¼ teaspoons active dry yeast (1 packet)
2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
1 tablespoon salt
2 tablespoons olive oil (optional)

Instructions

In a large mixing bowl, combine warm water, honey (or maple syrup), and active dry yeast. Allow it to sit for about 5-10 minutes, until it becomes frothy.
Add the spelt flour and salt to the yeast mixture. If you’re using olive oil, add it here as well. Mix until a dough begins to form.
Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes, until it’s smooth and elastic. If the dough feels too sticky, sprinkle a little more flour as needed.
Place the kneaded dough into a lightly greased bowl, cover it with a clean kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm spot for about 1-1.5 hours, or until doubled in size.
Once the dough has risen, punch it down to release the air. Shape it into a loaf and place it in a greased 9x5-inch loaf pan.
Cover the loaf pan again and let it rise for another 30-45 minutes, until it expands above the edge of the pan.
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) while the dough rises. Once preheated, bake the bread for 30-35 minutes, or until it sounds hollow when tapped on the bottom and is golden brown on top.
Remove the bread from the oven, and let it cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Enjoy your warm, homemade Everyday Spelt Bread! It’s perfect for slicing and toasting or can be enjoyed fresh out of the oven. Happy baking!