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Sunflower and Flax Seeds Whole Wheat Cast Iron Bread

This bread is a nutritious delight! Packed with seeds, it’s perfect for sandwiches or breakfast toast.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Bread
Cuisine: American

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups Whole Wheat Flour
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour
  • 2 teaspoons Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Active Dry Yeast
  • 2 cups Water warm to activate the yeast
  • 1 cup Sunflower Seeds
  • ½ cup Flax Seeds

Equipment

  • Cast Iron Skillet
  • Mixing bowls
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Kitchen Towel
  • Spoon or Dough Scraper

Method
 

  1. In a small bowl, combine the warm water and active dry yeast. Let it sit for about 5 minutes until it becomes frothy.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the whole wheat flour, all-purpose flour, and salt.
  3. Once the yeast mixture is frothy, pour it into the bowl with the dry ingredients. Add the sunflower seeds and flax seeds. Mix until a shaggy dough forms.
  4. Transfer the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  5. Place the dough in a greased bowl and cover it with a kitchen towel. Let it rise in a warm place for about 1-2 hours or until it has doubled in size.
  6. Once risen, punch down the dough to release any air bubbles. Shape it into a round loaf and place it in the preheated cast iron skillet.
  7. Cover the skillet with the kitchen towel again and let the dough rise for about 30-45 minutes until it puffs up.
  8. While the dough is rising, preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  9. Once the second rise is complete, bake the bread in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes or until the top is golden brown.
  10. Remove the bread from the oven and let it cool in the skillet for about 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack.

Notes

  • Wrap cooled bread in plastic wrap to keep it fresh for up to 3 days.
  • For longer storage, slice and freeze; toast slices directly from the freezer.
  • Feel free to experiment with different seeds for varied flavors.