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Rye Bread served with pumpkin seeds, freshly baked
Delicious Finnish rye bread with pumpkin seeds

Pumpkin Seed Rye Bread

Author: Flavelo
Recipes Vegetarian & Vegan Dishes
Seeds don't just decorate the bread; they complement the tangy character of the rye with flavor. During baking, the pumpkin seeds toast on top of the bread, releasing a nutty aroma, while the crumb remains soft. This recipe brings the world of rustic Finnish breads into your kitchen.
🕒 Prep Time 20 mins
🍳 Cook Time 40 mins
⌛ Total Time 2 hrs 45 mins
🍽️ Servings 6 servings
🔥 Calories 260 kcal
🌍 Cuisine Finnish

Ingredients

Equipment Needed

  • Mixing bowl: For assembling the dough.
  • Pastry brush: To brush the dough so the seeds stick.

Allergen Information

⚠️ Wheat

Instructions

1 ✓

Dissolve the yeast and sugar in the lukewarm water and let rest for 10 minutes.

Tip: Sugar kickstarts yeast reproduction.
2 ✓

Mix the flours and salt, add the yeast water and oil. Knead into a medium-soft dough.

Tip: If the dough pulls away from the side of the bowl, the consistency is right.
3 ✓

Cover and proof for 1.5 hours in a warm place.

Tip: Slower proofing results in better flavor.
4 ✓

Shape into a loaf, brush the top with water, and sprinkle generously with pumpkin seeds. Press the seeds in slightly.

Tip: The water acts as glue, and pressing ensures the expanding dough doesn't shed the seeds while baking.
5 ✓

Proof again for 20 minutes on the tray while preheating the oven to 400°F (200°C). Bake for 35-40 minutes.

Tip: It's done when tapping the bottom produces a hollow sound.
6 ✓

Let cool on a rack before slicing.

Tip: If sliced warm, the inside may remain gummy because the steam hasn't escaped yet.

Recipe FAQ

Why do the seeds fall off?
You didn't press them in enough, or you didn't brush liquid (water/egg) underneath.

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups All-Purpose Flour or Bread Flour
  • 2 1/2 cups Rye Flour
  • 1 1/4 cups Lukewarm Water
  • 2 1/4 tsp Active Dry Yeast
  • 1/3 cup Shelled Pumpkin Seeds (Pepitas)
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1 tbsp Brown Sugar
  • 1 tbsp Olive Oil