Imagine biting into a slice of bread that bursts with tangy citrus notes and a delightful crunch of poppy seeds - this isn't just any bread, this is a game-changing breakfast experience that will revolutionize your morning routine! Our Grapefruit and Poppy Seed Bread is a unique American-style recipe that combines unexpected flavors, creating a sophisticated and surprisingly delicious loaf that's both easy to make and incredibly impressive.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 2 hrs
Total Time: 2 hrs 15 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 1 loaf
Ingredients
- 1 cup grapefruit juice
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups bread flour
- 1/4 cup poppy seeds
- 2 teaspoons active dry yeast
Instructions
- Measure all ingredients precisely and ensure they are at room temperature for optimal bread machine performance.
- Pour the fresh grapefruit juice into the bread machine pan, ensuring it is not cold from refrigeration.
- Add vegetable oil to the juice, creating a liquid base for the bread dough.
- Sprinkle the salt evenly over the liquid ingredients to distribute it throughout the mixture.
- Add the bread flour carefully, creating a layer on top of the liquid ingredients to prevent premature yeast activation.
- Create a small well in the center of the flour and add the active dry yeast, ensuring it does not directly contact the liquid.
- Sprinkle sugar around the edges of the flour to help balance the yeast's activation.
- Generously distribute poppy seeds across the top of the flour for even dispersion.
- Select the basic bread setting on your bread machine, typically a medium crust option.
- Close the bread machine lid and start the bread-making cycle, which will typically take approximately 2 hours.
- Once the cycle is complete, carefully remove the bread pan using oven mitts.
- Gently remove the bread from the pan and place on a wire cooling rack for at least 30 minutes before slicing.
Tips
- • Always use room temperature ingredients to ensure smooth and consistent mixing • Measure ingredients precisely - baking is a science that requires accuracy • Layer ingredients carefully in your bread machine to prevent premature yeast activation • Use fresh, high-quality active dry yeast for the best rise and texture • Don't rush the cooling process - letting the bread rest allows flavors to develop and texture to set • Experiment with different citrus juices if grapefruit isn't your favorite • Store bread in an airtight container to maintain freshness for 2-3 days • Consider toasting slices for an extra crispy and enhanced flavor experience
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 140kcal
Carbohydrates: 18g
Protein: 3g
Fat: 7g
Saturated Fat: 1g
Cholesterol: 0mg