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Whole Wheat Currant Bread


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  • Author: Chef John
  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: 1 loaf 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A delicious whole wheat bread studded with dried currants, perfect for toasting.


Ingredients

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  • 1 cup all-purpose flour (plus additional for kneading)
  • 1 cup whole wheat flour
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 0 teaspoons baking soda
  • 0 teaspoons kosher salt
  • 2 tablespoons cold unsalted butter (cut into small pieces)
  • 1 large egg
  • 0 cups buttermilk (plus 1 to 2 tablespoons)
  • 0 tablespoons unsulphered molasses (not blackstrap)
  • 2/3 cup dried currants or raisins (optional)

Instructions

  1. Place a rack in the center of the oven and preheat to 375 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a food processor, pulse the flours, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Scatter butter pieces over the top and pulse until incorporated.
  3. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the egg, buttermilk, and molasses.
  4. Add the dry ingredients and currants to the wet mixture and stir until a soft dough forms.
  5. Knead on a floured surface, shape into a loaf, and cut an ‘X’ on top.
  6. Bake the bread for 45 minutes, until a knife inserted comes out clean.
  7. Transfer to a wire rack and cool for at least 20 minutes before slicing.

Notes

  • This bread can be toasted for an extra crunch.
  • Optionally, add spices like cinnamon for added flavor.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 45 minutes
  • Category: Baking
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 120
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 0mg
  • Fat: 4g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 50mg