Tassajara Bread Recipe

This beloved whole wheat bread recipe has been a weekly tradition for 25 years! Imagine perfectly toasted slices, bursting with wholesome flavor, the ideal accompaniment to a warm cup of cocoa. This recipe yields approximately 5 loaves, and we'll show you how to make half with a delicious cinnamon-raisin swirl. Get ready for the most amazing homemade bread you've ever tasted!

Prep Time 30 mins

Cook Time 240 mins

Calories 956.5 kcal

Protein 49g

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Ingredients for Tassajara Bread

1 cup warm water (105-115°F)
2 ¼ teaspoons active dry yeast
¼ cup honey
2 tablespoons powdered milk
4 cups whole wheat flour
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons salt
¼ cup vegetable oil

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How to Make Tassajara Bread

**Activate Yeast:** In a large bowl, combine 1 cup warm water (105-115°F) and 2 ¼ teaspoons active dry yeast. Let stand for 5 minutes until foamy.
**Combine Wet Ingredients:** Add ¼ cup honey, 2 tablespoons powdered milk, and mix well.
**Add Dry Ingredients:** Gradually add 4 cups whole wheat flour and 2 cups all-purpose flour, mixing until a thick batter forms.
**First Rise:** Cover the bowl and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
**Add Remaining Ingredients:** Gently fold in 2 teaspoons salt, ¼ cup vegetable oil, and 1-2 cups more all-purpose flour (add gradually until a slightly sticky dough forms).
**Knead the Dough:** Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 5-7 minutes, until smooth and elastic. Add more flour as needed to prevent sticking.
**Second Rise:** Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, turning to coat. Cover and let rise for 50 minutes. Punch down the dough.
**Third Rise:** Let rise for another 40 minutes.
**Shape the Loaves:** Divide the dough in half. For half of the loaves (optional):
**Cinnamon Swirl (Optional):** Roll out one half of the dough into a rectangle. Spread with 2 tablespoons melted butter, ¼ cup brown sugar, 1 teaspoon cinnamon, and ½ cup raisins. Roll up tightly and slice into 5 equal pieces. Place in greased loaf pans.
**Shape Plain Loaves:** Shape the remaining dough into 5 loaves. Place in greased loaf pans.
**Final Rise:** Let the loaves rise for 20 minutes in the pans.
**Bake:** Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 60 minutes, or until golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 200°F (93°C).
**Soften Crust:** Immediately after removing from oven, brush the tops with 1 tablespoon of melted butter or margarine for a softer crust.
**Cool:** Let cool in the pans for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

91 g

Sugar

152g

Fat

37g

Carbs

49g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Tassajara Bread?

Tassajara Bread takes about 270 minutes from start to finish — roughly 30 minutes to prepare and 240 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Tassajara Bread?

Tassajara Bread has approximately 956.5 calories per serving, with about 49 g protein, 49 g carbohydrates and 47 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Tassajara Bread?

The key ingredients for Tassajara Bread are Water, Yeast, Honey, Powdered Milk, Whole Wheat Flour, White Flour. See the full list with measurements above.