Black Forest Pumpernickel Bread Machine Loaf Recipe

This award-winning recipe has been a family favorite for over a decade! Enjoy the rich, deep flavor of this Black Forest Pumpernickel bread, perfectly baked in your bread machine. The slightly sweet and tangy loaf pairs exquisitely with ham and cheese, or alongside a bowl of creamy homemade potato soup. This recipe consistently delivers a delicious 1.5-pound loaf, even with different bread machine models. Get ready to impress your family and friends with this easy-to-make masterpiece!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 190 mins
Calories 128.5 kcal
Protein 6g
Rating 4.8 (18 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Black Forest Pumpernickel Bread Machine Loaf

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How to Make Black Forest Pumpernickel Bread Machine Loaf

  1. Add all ingredients (listed below) to your bread machine according to your machine's instructions.
  2. Select the "light crust" setting on your bread machine.
  3. Press "start" on your bread machine.
  4. Monitor the bread machine during the initial kneading stage.
  5. If the dough is too dry, add 1 tablespoon of warm water at a time, mixing until fully incorporated. Do this gradually to prevent adding too much water.
  6. If the dough is too wet, add 1 tablespoon of all-purpose flour at a time, mixing until fully incorporated. Do this gradually to prevent adding too much flour.
  7. The dough should form a smooth ball, slightly soft and slightly sticky to the touch. This is typical for bread dough.
  8. Ensure the dough is properly kneaded. The proper kneading process ensures the bread will have the right texture.
  9. This recipe yields a delicious 1.5-pound loaf of bread.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

9 g

Sugar

16g

Fat

1g

Carbs

8g

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