Swiss Poppy Seed Bread
Delight your senses with the irresistible aroma and soft, pillowy texture of Swiss Poppy Seed Bread, a timeless recipe perfect for any occasion. This beautifully golden loaf features a rich combination of melted butter, whole milk, and a hint of sweetness from granulated sugar, creating a tender crumb that melts in your mouth. Topped with a delicate sprinkling of nutty poppy seeds and finished with a shiny egg wash, this homemade bread not only tastes incredible but also looks stunning on the table. With just 25 minutes of hands-on preparation and a few simple ingredients, this versatile bread is ideal for breakfast spreads, sandwiches, or simply slathered with your favorite butter or jam. Whether you’re an experienced baker or a beginner, this recipe makes it easy to achieve bakery-quality results right in your kitchen.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 g all-purpose flour
- 50 g granulated sugar
- 7 g salt
- 10 g instant yeast
- 250 ml whole milk
- 60 g unsalted butter, melted
- 1 large egg
- 20 g poppy seeds
- 1 large egg yolk (for egg wash)
- 15 ml water (for egg wash)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, salt, and instant yeast.
In a small saucepan, gently heat the milk until it is warm but not hot (approximately 38°C or 100°F).
Add the warm milk, melted butter, and the egg to the dry ingredients. Mix until the dough begins to come together.
Transfer the dough to a clean, floured surface. Knead for 8-10 minutes until the dough is smooth and elastic.
Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover it with a clean kitchen towel or plastic wrap, and let it rise in a warm place for 1 to 1.5 hours, or until doubled in size.
Punch down the dough to release air, then shape it into a round or oval loaf and place it on a lined baking sheet.
In a small bowl, whisk the egg yolk with water to make an egg wash. Brush the surface of the loaf with the egg wash.
Sprinkle the poppy seeds evenly over the top of the bread.
Cover the shaped loaf loosely with plastic wrap or a kitchen towel and let it rise again for 30-40 minutes, or until puffy.
Preheat your oven to 190°C (375°F).
Bake the bread in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until it is golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped on the bottom.
Let the bread cool on a wire rack before slicing and serving. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2887 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 82.9 g | 106% | |
| Saturated Fat | 40.9 g | 204% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 565 mg | 188% | |
| Sodium | 2988 mg | 130% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 454.6 g | 165% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.3 g | 72% | |
| Total Sugars | 64.4 g | ||
| Protein | 77.8 g | 156% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.6 mcg | 23% | |
| Calcium | 736 mg | 57% | |
| Iron | 27.0 mg | 150% | |
| Potassium | 1279 mg | 27% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
