Ingredients
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- 3 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 packet (2 ¼ tsp) active dry yeast
- 1 tbsp sugar
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 ½ tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp ground coriander
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- 1 cup warm water (110°F)
- ¼ cup olive oil
- ¼ cup honey
- Optional: sesame seeds or poppy seeds for topping
- Fresh herbs like thyme or rosemary
Instructions
- Activate the yeast by dissolving the sugar in warm water. Let it sit for about 5 minutes until frothy.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, salt, ground cumin, coriander, and smoked paprika.
- Add the activated yeast mixture, olive oil, and honey into the dry ingredients. Stir until a rough dough forms.
- Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for about 10 minutes until smooth and elastic. For more tips on kneading techniques, visit our waffle party recipes.
- Place the kneaded dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm spot for 1 to 2 hours or until doubled in size.
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). If you like, brush the top with water and sprinkle seeds or herbs for flavor and crunch.
- Gently punch down the risen dough, then shape it into a loaf. Place it in a greased loaf pan or shape it into a free-form loaf on a baking sheet.
- Allow the shaped dough to rise for another 30 minutes.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes or until the bread loaf develops a golden crust and sounds hollow when tapped.
- Remove from the oven and let cool on a wire rack before slicing.
Notes
- For extra flavor, sprinkle additional spices or seeds on top before baking.
- Optional: Add chopped nuts or dried fruits to the dough for added texture and taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35-40 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Desert-inspired
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (about 1/10 of loaf)
- Calories: 200 kcal Kcal
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 250 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
