Description
Rye & Caraway Seed Artisan Boule is a rustic, round-shaped loaf made from a combination of rye flour, bread flour, and whole wheat flour. The addition of caraway seeds adds an aromatic touch that pairs beautifully with the slightly tangy flavor of the sourdough starter used for fermentation. The result is a crusty, hearty bread with a chewy interior and a golden, slightly crisp exterior.
Ingredients
- 250g rye flour
- 225g bread flour
- 100g whole wheat flour
- 250g active sourdough starter (100% hydration)
- 355g water
- 14g salt
- 8g caraway seeds, lightly toasted
Instructions
- Mix the dough: Combine all ingredients in a large bowl into a shaggy dough. Let rest for 10 minutes.
- Stretch & fold: Perform 5 rounds of stretch and fold, resting 10 minutes between each. This builds gluten.
- Bulk ferment: Cover and let rise at room temp (65–70°F) overnight (8–12 hours) until doubled.
- Shape: Turn dough onto a floured surface, shape into a tight boule. Place seam-side up in a floured banneton.
- Final proof: Let rise until doubled again (1–2 hours at room temp or refrigerate up to 48 hours).
- Bake: Preheat oven to 450°F with a Dutch oven inside. Turn dough onto parchment, score, and bake covered for 25 minutes, then uncovered for 15 more.
- Cool: Let cool completely before slicing.
Notes
This Rye & Caraway Seed Artisan Boule is a rustic loaf with a hearty flavor and chewy crust, perfect for those who love old-world style breads. The earthy rye and aromatic caraway make it ideal for pairing with soups, cheeses, or simply enjoying warm with butter. A beautiful centerpiece for any bread lover’s table.
- Prep Time: 25 mins (plus 2 hrs rising)
- Cook Time: 40 mins
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: European / Artisan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 190mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: None
Keywords: Rye bread, Caraway seed bread, Sourdough rye boule, Artisan rye bread, Rustic rye bread