Authentic German Bread (Bauernbrot)
A classic Bavarian-style sourdough loaf with a deep, hearty flavor and a robust, dark crust. The blend of rye and wheat yields a moist, tight crumb with gentle tang and subtle sweetness, perfect for sandwiches, open-faced spreads, or alongside soups. Authentic German Bread (Bauernbrot) ages well, slices cleanly, and is ideal for baking in batches and freezing for later.
- Prep3 hrs
- Cook2 hrs
- Serves20
- DifficultyHard
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Authentic German Bread (Bauernbrot), not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 59 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityFair
- 43 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityFair
- 45 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Unprocessed or minimally processed
- 1 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 91
- Heart Health
- 66
- Metabolic
- 59
- Digestive
- 46
- Inflammatory
- 35
- Performance
- 48
- General Wellness
- 1
Make the sourdough starter. Crumble the yeast into a large bowl. Whisk in 1 quart of warm water and 2 tablespoons of sugar until dissolved. The water should be just slightly warmer than body temperature. Gradually whisk in 4 cups of flour, mixing until smooth with no lumps. Cover with a dish towel and let sit at room temperature for 24 hours.
- 2
After 24 hours, stir well, cover again, and let stand another 24 hours; it will be a thin, light-colored sourdough that is ready to use.
- 3
In a large bowl, combine the rye flour, the remaining 4 cups of all-purpose flour, salt, and sugar.
- 4
Stir in the sourdough starter with a wooden spoon, then add 2 cups of warm water and stir.
- 5
Transfer the dough to a heavy-duty stand mixer to mix for the first couple of minutes, then when it becomes too heavy, turn it out onto a floured surface and continue by hand; a clean countertop works best.
- 6
Knead the dough, adding a few tablespoons of water at a time if it is too stiff; fold the dough over and pull it apart—do whatever helps to knead it well; total kneading time should be 15 to 20 minutes until the dough is smooth.
- 7
Place the dough in a large bowl, cover, and let rise until doubled, 1 to 2 hours.
- 8
When the dough has risen, scrape it out of the bowl onto a floured surface and knead for about 5 minutes to activate the gluten.
- 9
Shape into 1 or 2 long loaves, place on baking sheets, and let rise for about 1 hour, or until a gentle poke leaves an impression.
- 10
Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
- 11
Bake the bread for about 45 minutes for 2 loaves, or 1 1/2 hours if you made one large loaf; do not worry if the crust is dark—the bread and crust will be delicious.
- 12
Cool completely before slicing; you can freeze half.
- Calories 388.4 kcal Moderate 19%
- Protein 12.75 g Good Source 26%
- Carbohydrate 81.3 g 30%
- Total Fat 1.1 g Low Source 1%
- Saturated Fat 0.02 g Low Source 0%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 0.0 mg Low Source 0%
- Sodium 27.81 mg Low Source 1%
- Dietary Fiber 9.84 g Good Source 35%
- Total Sugars 3.31 g --
- Added Sugars 1.99 g Low Source 4%
- Calcium 22.32 mg Low Source 2%
- Iron 4.37 mg Good Source 24%
- Potassium 209.85 mg Low Source 4%
- Vitamin A 1.56 mcg Low Source 0%
- Vitamin C 0.0 mg Low Source 0%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Wheat 🌾
- Gluten
About This Recipe
Authentic German Bread (Bauernbrot) is an Austrian breakfast recipe made with 6 ingredients. It takes about 5 hrs, serves 20, and is rated hard. Key ingredients include All Purpose Flour, Fresh Yeast, Rye Flour, and Salt. Each serving provides about 388.4 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Authentic German Bread (Bauernbrot)?
- It is an Austrian bread recipe made with 6 ingredients, usually served for breakfast or side dish or dinner or lunch or snack.
- What is Authentic German Bread (Bauernbrot) made of?
- The main ingredients are All-Purpose Flour, Fresh Yeast, Rye Flour, Salt, Sugar. The full list of 6 is above.
- How long does it take to make Authentic German Bread (Bauernbrot)?
- About 5 hrs in total: 3 hrs to prepare and 2 hrs to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 388.4 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Authentic German Bread (Bauernbrot) easy to make?
- This recipe is rated hard, with 6 ingredients and 12 steps.
- Is Authentic German Bread (Bauernbrot) healthy?
- Authentic German Bread (Bauernbrot) has an easyChef Pro health score of 57/100. Per serving, it provides 388.4 calories and 12.75 g of protein, or 26% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of dietary fiber and iron. It contains Wheat and Gluten, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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