Danish Rye Bread Loaf with Caraway Seeds

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A dense, flavorful loaf with earthy rye flour and aromatic caraway, perfect for slicing thickly with butter. This danish-inspired quick meals ready in about 65 minutes pairs light rye flour, all-purpose flour, teaspoons active dry yeast for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 120 calories and feeds 10, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart.

★ 4.4 (15 ratings) Prep: 25 min Cook: 40 min Serves 10 Danish cuisine 120 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a large bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and yeast; let sit for 5 minutes until frothy.
  2. Step 2: Add 2 cups rye flour, 1 cup all-purpose flour, 1 1/2 teaspoons sea salt, and 2 tablespoons caraway seeds to the yeast mixture; stir until a shaggy dough forms.
  3. Step 3: Turn dough onto a floured surface and knead for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  4. Step 4: Place dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour until doubled in size.
  5. Step 5: Punch down dough, shape into a 9x5-inch loaf, and place in a greased loaf pan.
  6. Step 6: Cover and let rise for 30 minutes until puffy.
  7. Step 7: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C), bake loaf for 35-40 minutes until golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped on the bottom.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Danish Rye Bread Loaf with Caraway Seeds take to make?

Total time is about 65 minutes (25 min prep + 40 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Danish Rye Bread Loaf with Caraway Seeds?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep light rye flour from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Danish Rye Bread Loaf with Caraway Seeds?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Danish Rye Bread Loaf with Caraway Seeds for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 10 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 10). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Danish Rye Bread Loaf with Caraway Seeds?

Danish quick meals like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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