Homemade Pumpernickel Rye Bread

Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Homemade Pumpernickel Rye Bread.

1. Step 1

   To start your delicious bread-making journey, pour warm water, vegetable oil, and molasses into the bread machine pan, following the order suggested by your machine's manufacturer.

2. Step 2

   Next, gently add the unbleached bread flour, rye flour, whole wheat flour, vital wheat gluten, salt, dry milk powder (if you’re using it), instant coffee powder, cocoa powder, caraway seeds, and active dry yeast.

3. Step 3

   Now, select the Whole Wheat cycle on your bread machine and let the magic begin.

4. Step 4

   Once the first rise is complete, it’s time to get hands-on! Carefully take the dough out of the machine and shape it into a lovely loaf.

5. Step 5

   Place your beautifully shaped dough into a lightly oiled 9x5-inch loaf pan.

6. Step 6

   Cover it with a clean cloth and let it rise for about an hour, or until it has doubled in size—this is the perfect time to enjoy the delightful aroma wafting through your kitchen.

7. Step 7

   While your dough is rising, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

8. Step 8

   When the dough is ready, pop it into the oven and bake for about 45 minutes.

9. Step 9

   You’ll know it’s done when the top is a gorgeous golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped.

10. Step 10

    Once baked to perfection, remove the bread from the oven and gently take it out of the pan.

11. Step 11

    Allow it to cool completely on a wire rack before slicing into it.

12. Step 12

    The anticipation will be worth it as you enjoy the warm, homemade goodness of your freshly baked bread!.