Description
Bake a heartwarming loaf of Reka bread, a traditional Russian bread with a soft texture and subtle sweetness. This easy-to-follow recipe will fill your home with a comforting aroma and deliver a delightful taste of tradition.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 packet (2 1/4 teaspoons) active dry yeast
- 1 1/4 cups warm water (110°F/43°C)
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons oil (vegetable or olive)
Instructions
- Prepare the Yeast Mixture: In a small bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and active dry yeast. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes until foamy.
- Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, add flour and salt. Make a well in the center and pour in the yeast mixture and oil. Gradually mix until a shaggy dough forms.
- Knead the Dough: Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface or use a stand mixer with a dough hook. Knead for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic. Add a little more flour if too sticky.
- Proof the Dough: Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, turning to coat. Cover and let rise in a warm place for 1-1.5 hours, or until doubled in size.
- Shape and Bake: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Punch down the dough, shape into a loaf, and place in a greased loaf pan. Let it rest for 15-20 minutes. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 200°F (93°C).
- Cool and Serve: Allow the bread to cool completely before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Ensure water is at the right temperature for activating the yeast.
- Don’t over-knead the dough.
- Provide a warm, draft-free environment when letting the dough rise.
- Let the bread cool completely before slicing.
- Optional additions: Raisins, dried cranberries, sesame seeds, poppy seeds, cinnamon, or nutmeg.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Russian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/12 of loaf)
- Calories: 180 Kcal
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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