Savory Montana Black Bread Recipe: A Flavorful Twist

Ingredients

• 2 ½ cups of wholesome whole wheat bread flour
• 1 cup of flavorful rye flour
• 3 tablespoons of rich unsweetened cocoa powder
• 2 tablespoons of versatile bread flour
• 1 tablespoon of nutritious wheat germ
• 1 tablespoon of aromatic caraway seeds
• 2 teaspoons of potent active dry yeast
• 1 cup of flat warm porter beer
• ½ cup of robust strong brewed coffee
• 2 tablespoons of tangy balsamic vinegar
• 2 tablespoons of fragrant olive oil
• 2 tablespoons of sweet honey
• 1 tablespoon of dark molasses
• 1 teaspoon of mineral-rich sea salt
• ¼ teaspoon of savory onion powder
• 1 egg white for binding
• 1 tablespoon of warm water to bring it all together

Step 1

Prepare a delightful blend of whole wheat bread flour, rye flour, cocoa powder, wheat germ, caraway seeds, yeast, beer, coffee, vinegar, olive oil, honey, molasses, sea salt, and onion powder in your trusty bread machine, following the recommended order of ingredients. Start the kneading cycle and let the magic begin.

Step 2

While the machine works its charm, line a baking sheet with parchment paper in anticipation of the rustic loaf that's about to come to life.

Step 3

Once the dough is ready, lovingly shape it into a rustic loaf on the prepared baking sheet. Carve delicate slits in a mesmerizing crisscross pattern on the loaf's surface and let it bask in its own glory as it rises for an hour.

Step 4

As the anticipation builds, preheat your oven to a toasty 395 degrees F (202 degrees C). In a small bowl, blend egg white and warm water into a luscious mixture. Gently brush this concoction over the top of your loaf, adding an extra touch of love.

Step 5

Place your masterpiece into the preheated oven and let it bake until it reaches a golden perfection, usually around 45 to 50 minutes. Once ready, allow the bread to cool gracefully on a wire rack for an hour before slicing into this creation of pure delight.