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Soft Gluten Free Pumpernickel Bread

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A delightful gluten-free version of traditional pumpernickel bread, rich in flavor and soft in texture, perfect for sandwiches and toasting.

  • Total Time: 70 minutes
  • Yield: 1 loaf

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup warm water (about 110°F)
  • 3/4 cup strong brewed coffee (cooled to warm)
  • 2 and 1/2 teaspoons instant yeast
  • 1 tablespoon sugar or maple syrup
  • 2 tablespoons blackstrap molasses
  • 2 tablespoons dark cocoa powder
  • 140 grams sorghum flour
  • 120 grams buckwheat flour
  • 100 grams tapioca starch
  • 60 grams potato starch
  • 40 grams almond flour (optional)
  • 18 to 20 grams psyllium husk powder
  • 2 large eggs (room temperature)
  • 3 tablespoons neutral oil
  • 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1 and 1/4 teaspoons fine sea salt
  • 1 teaspoon caraway seeds (optional)

Instructions

  1. Line a 9×5 inch loaf pan with parchment, leaving flaps to lift the bread out later. Lightly oil any exposed sides.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine warm water, warm coffee, sugar, and yeast. Stir and let sit for 5 to 7 minutes until lightly foamy.
  3. Whisk in molasses, oil, vinegar, and eggs. Sprinkle in cocoa and whisk until smooth.
  4. In another bowl, whisk sorghum, buckwheat, tapioca, potato starch, almond flour, psyllium powder, salt, and caraway (if using).
  5. Add the dry mix to the wet mix. Beat on medium for 2 minutes. The dough will look like a thick batter; add water if too thick.
  6. Scrape into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
  7. Cover loosely and let rise in a warm spot until the dough peaks about 3/4 inch above the pan rim (35 to 50 minutes).
  8. Preheat the oven to 375°F, placing a small pan on the lower rack with 1 cup hot water for steam.
  9. Bake on the center rack for 45 to 55 minutes. Tent with foil if browning too quickly. The loaf is done when it feels set and sounds hollow when tapped.
  10. Lift out using the parchment and cool on a rack for at least 1 hour before slicing.

Notes

For best results, use gram measurements for accuracy, especially with psyllium and starches. Steam in the oven for a tender crust.

  • Author: Lily Whisker
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 55 minutes
  • Category: Bread
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: German
  • Diet: Gluten Free