Ingredients:

  • 1 cup (240 ml) warm water
  • 2 tablespoons honey (30 g)
  • 1 tablespoon active dry yeast (9 g)
  • 3 cups (360 g) bread rye flour
  • 1 cup (120 g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon sea salt (5 g)
  • Zest of 1 large orange
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted (30 g)
  • 1/2 cup (120 ml) fresh orange juice
  • 1/4 cup (50 g) granulated sugar

Instructions:

  1. In a mixing bowl, combine warm water, honey, and yeast. Let sit for 5-10 minutes until foamy.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together rye flour, all-purpose flour, salt, and orange zest.
  3. Add the yeast mixture and melted butter to the dry ingredients. Mix until a shaggy dough forms.
  4. Turn the dough out onto a floured surface; knead for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  5. Place dough in a greased bowl, cover with a towel, and let rise in a warm environment for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
  6. Punch down the dough and transfer it to a floured surface; shape it into a loaf.
  7. Place the shaped loaf on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, cover, and let rise for another 30 minutes.
  8. While the dough is rising, preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  9. Bake for 35-40 minutes or until the crust is golden and the internal temperature reaches 200°F (93°C).
  10. In a small saucepan, combine orange juice and sugar; simmer until it thickens slightly. Brush on warm bread after baking.
  11. Let the bread cool on a wire rack before slicing. Serve with butter or your favorite spread.