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    Home » Recipes » German Bread Recipes

    German Bread Spice Blend

    Published: Jan 18, 2018 · Modified: Mar 8, 2022 by Angela Schofield · Leave a Comment

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    Traditional German spice blend for rustic breads and rolls.

    German Bread Spice

    Have you ever baked bread at home and then been disappointed, because the end result just wasn’t the same as fresh bread from the bakers, and almost had a boring taste? It is possible that you are missing the right spices in your recipe!

    Finished bread usually contains around one and a half to two percent salt (proportional to the amount of flour).

    A home-made bread spice mixture is the secret ingredient to a strong, full aroma! Bread spices can be bought ready-made in Germany. Many ready-made mixtures often contain flavour enhancers, salt and fillers though. But it is actually incredibly easy to make your own mixture, with a personal note!

    German Bread Spice

    How is Bread called in German?

    Bread is called "Brot".

    How to pronounce "Brot"?

    Listen to this audio file to hear how to say "Brot" in German.

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    How to make German Bread Spice Blend Video Tutorial

    Authentic German Bread Spice Mixture Recipe

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    German Bread Spice Recipe

    German Bread Spice Blend

    Angela Schofield
    This simple German bread spice will take your homemade German bread to the next level.
    4.52 from 27 votes
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    Prep Time 10 minutes mins
    Total Time 10 minutes mins
    Course Bread
    Cuisine German
    Servings 8 Tbsp.
    Calories 21 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • 4 tsp. fennel seeds
    • 4 tbsp. caraway seeds
    • 4 tsp. anise
    • 4 tsp. coriander seeds

    Instructions
     

    • Add all seeds to a bowl and blend.
    • Then grind them in a spice or coffee grinder or with a mortar and pestle.
    • Add to an airtight container and store in a dry and dark space.

    Notes

    Tip: Depending on whether you want a stronger or slightly minder bread, 1 to 2 tablespoons of the finished mixture is enough for a bread dough containing 500g of flour.

    Nutrition

    Yield: 1tbsp.Calories: 21kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 1gFat: 1gFiber: 2g
    Keyword bread spices, german bread
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    Tip

    This homemade German Bread Spice stored in a cute little mason jar makes a beautiful hostess gift.

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