Best 8 Multigrain And Seed Bread Recipes

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Indulge in the wholesome goodness of multigrain and seed bread, a symphony of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds. This versatile bread is a baker's delight, offering endless possibilities for customization. Whether you prefer a hearty loaf brimming with a medley of grains and seeds, or a lighter version bursting with the nutty aroma of sunflower and flax, this recipe collection has you covered. Embrace the rustic charm of a classic multigrain loaf, or experiment with innovative variations like the aromatic rosemary and sea salt bread. Each recipe is carefully crafted to ensure a perfect balance of flavors and textures, making every slice a delightful experience. From the crusty exterior to the soft and chewy interior, these multigrain and seed breads are sure to become a staple in your kitchen.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

MULTIGRAIN BREAD RECIPE



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Multigrain Bread Recipe is an easy, healthy yeast bread recipe that's full of good-for-you ingredients like chia seeds and whole wheat flour!

Provided by Kate @ I Heart Eating

Categories     bread

Time 2h30m

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 ¼ cups eight-grain hot cereal mix1
2 ½ cups boiling water
2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
1 ½ cups whole wheat flour
1/2 tablespoon salt
1/3 cup honey
1/4 cup butter (melted)
2 ½ teaspoons active dry yeast
1/2 cup unsalted sunflower seeds
1 tablespoon chia seeds (optional)
1/2 cup old-fashioned rolled oats or quick oats

Steps:

  • Place cereal mix in bowl of stand mixer fitted with dough hook, and pour boiling water over it; let stand, stirring occasionally, until mixture cools to 100-105 degrees (F), about 1 hour.
  • Meanwhile, whisk flours and salt together in separate bowl; set aside.
  • Once grain mixture has reached 100-105 F, add honey, butter, and yeast and stir until combined.
  • Let mixture sit for 5-10 minutes.
  • Add flour mixture, 1/2 cup at a time, and knead until dough starts to come together.
  • Cover bowl tightly with plastic wrap, and let dough rest for 20 minutes.
  • Knead on medium-low speed until dough clears sides of bowl, 3-4 minutes. If it does not clear sides, keep adding 2 tablespoons additional all-purpose flour and knead until it does.
  • Once it comes together, continue to knead dough for 5 additional minutes.
  • Add seeds, and knead until seeds are evenly dispersed throughout the dough and dough forms smooth, round ball.
  • Place dough in large, lightly greased bowl; cover tightly with plastic, and let rise at room temperature until nearly doubled in size, 45-60 minutes.
  • Grease two 9×5 inch loaf pans.
  • Transfer dough to lightly floured counter and divide in half.
  • Stretch first piece of dough into 9×6 inch rectangle.
  • Roll dough into a cylinder, and place dough seam-side down in prepared loaf pan.
  • Repeat with second piece of dough.
  • Spray loaves lightly with water or vegetable oil spray.
  • Sprinkle both loaves in oats.
  • Cover loaves loosely with greased plastic, and let rise at room temperature until nearly doubled in size 30-40 minutes.
  • Preheat oven to 375 F.
  • Bake until loaves register 200 degrees, 30-40 minutes.
  • Transfer pans to wire rack, and let loaves cool in pan for 5 minutes.
  • Remove loaves from pans, and let them cool to room temperature on wire cooling rack.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 serving, Calories 142 kcal, Carbohydrate 23 g, Protein 4 g, Fat 4 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Cholesterol 5 mg, Sodium 165 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 4 g

MULTIGRAIN SEEDED BREAD



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Sunflower seeds, sesame seeds, and pumpkin seeds are incorporated into the dough of this whole wheat bread and liberally sprinkled onto the crust, giving this bread a well rounded flavor and lots of texture. This recipe is from The WEBB Cooks, articles and recipes by Robin Webb, courtesy of the American Diabetes Association.

Provided by Robyn Webb

Categories     Bread     Yeast Bread Recipes

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 ½ cups whole wheat flour
¾ cup all-purpose flour
1 (.25 ounce) package active dry yeast
½ teaspoon salt
3 tablespoons sunflower seeds
3 tablespoons sesame seeds
3 tablespoons shelled pumpkin seeds
⅓ cup rolled oats
1 cup water
2 tablespoons molasses
1 egg white
1 tablespoon 1% milk

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the whole wheat flour, all-purpose flour, yeast, and salt. In another bowl, mix the seeds with the oats.
  • In a saucepan, combine the water and molasses and warm the mixture over low heat until a thermometer reads 120 to 130 degrees F (50 to 55 degrees C) .
  • Add the liquid to the flour mixture with the egg white. Mix together until a soft dough forms.
  • Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface. Knead for 10 minutes; then shape into a ball. Lightly oil a large stainless steel bowl. Add the dough and turn to cover the dough with the oil. Cover the bowl with a tea towel and let rise in a warm place for 2 hours until doubled in size.
  • When the dough has risen, punch the dough down with your fists and add all but 2 Tablespoons of the seed mixture working it into the dough. Reserve the 2 Tablespoons of seed mixture for the topping. Shape the dough into a loaf by rolling it into a 12 x 8 inch rectangle and then roll up by its shortest end. Pinch the ends together and tuck underneath. Place in a non-stick 9x5 inch loaf pan with the seam underneath. Cover the loaf pan with a tea towel and let rise for 1 hour until doubled in bulk.
  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Brush the top of the loaf with milk and sprinkle on the reserved seed mixture. Bake the bread for 30 minutes or until the loaf sounds hollow when tapped on the bottom. Remove the bread from the pan and let cool completely.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 125.7 calories, Carbohydrate 22.1 g, Cholesterol 0.1 mg, Fat 2.7 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 4.7 g, SaturatedFat 0.4 g, Sodium 105.3 mg, Sugar 2.1 g

SEEDED WHOLE-GRAIN QUICK BREAD



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Bake this healthy, seedy loaf on Sunday and you can enjoy it all week--if it doesn't disappear first. This quick bread recipe is the perfect vehicle for both sweet and savory toppings, so try it as avocado toast one day and with honey the next. Store it tightly wrapped, as all the seeds make it a little more apt to dry out than typical whole-wheat breads.

Provided by Stacy Fraser

Categories     Healthy Quick Bread Recipes

Time 4h

Number Of Ingredients 13

⅓ cup unsalted sunflower seeds
⅓ cup unsalted pumpkin seeds
3 tablespoons flaxseed
3 tablespoons sesame seeds
2 cups white whole-wheat flour
½ teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon baking powder
3 large eggs
1 ½ cups buttermilk
1 cup rolled oats
½ cup avocado oil or extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons honey or pure maple syrup

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Coat a 9-by-5-inch loaf pan with cooking spray.
  • Combine sunflower seeds, pumpkin seeds, flaxseed and sesame seeds in a dry medium skillet; toast over medium heat, stirring, until lightly brown and starting to pop, 5 to 7 minutes.
  • Reserve 2 tablespoons of the seed mixture in a small bowl; transfer the remaining seeds to a large bowl. Add flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt to the large bowl; whisk to combine. Whisk eggs in a medium bowl, then stir in buttermilk, oats, oil and honey (or maple syrup). Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients; stir and fold together until combined. Scrape the batter into the prepared pan. Sprinkle with the reserved seeds.
  • Bake until golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center of the loaf comes out clean, 45 to 55 minutes. Let cool in the pan for about 30 minutes before turning out onto a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 339.8 calories, Carbohydrate 31.7 g, Cholesterol 57.3 mg, Fat 20.5 g, Fiber 5.1 g, Protein 10.5 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Sodium 418.5 mg, Sugar 5.7 g

MULTIGRAIN AND SEED BREAD



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Yield 2 loaves

Number Of Ingredients 22

1/2 ounce fresh yeast
16 ounces whole milk
1 3/4 pound bread flour
1/2 ounce salt
3 ounces honey
1 1/2 ounces vegetable shortening
1 egg
3 ounces bran
3 ounces raw sunflower seeds
1 1/2 ounces raw walnuts, chopped
3 ounces Multigrain Cereal Mix, soaked
Rye berries, whole and cracked
Barley
Triticale
Oats, whole berries (not rolled)
Millet
Brown rice
Flax seed
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 cup millet
2 cups boiling water
Fruit, milk, brown sugar to serve

Steps:

  • In a saucepan heat enough water to cover the seeds, to a boil. Pour over seeds and let sit in the refrigerator overnight.
  • Combine yeast and milk into a Kitchen Aid bowl, or other dough mixing bowl. Add all other ingredients, starting with the bread flour, then everything else on top. Mix with dough hook on low. Develop gluten with machine on medium for approximately 13 to 15 minutes until dough is smooth and springs back when touched.
  • Turn dough out into a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a kitchen towel or plastic wrap and allow to rise for 1 1/2 hours or until doubled in bulk.
  • Punch down dough and let relax for 10 to 15 minutes. Divide it into two pieces. Form pieces into loaf shapes. Place in loaf pans. Allow to rise for another 45 minutes to 1 hour.
  • Eggwash each loaf and with a sharp knife score top. Bake in a 350 degree F oven until golden brown and bottom when rapped sounds hollow; approximately 30 to 40 minutes.
  • In a large saute pan, heat oil. Add 1 cup millet and cook, stirring until the millet begins to toast and become brown. Add 2 cups boiling water, cover and simmer 30 minutes or until liquid has been absorbed. Let stand for five minutes then serve with milk, fruit of your choice and brown sugar.

MULTI-GRAIN BREAD WITH SESAME, FLAX AND POPPY SEEDS



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An easy Multi-Grain Bread recipe

Categories     Bread     Bake     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes 1 Loaf

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 cup unsweetened multi-grain cereal (such as 7-grain)
2 cups boiling water
1 envelope dry yeast
4 1/3 cups (about) bread flour
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon dark brown sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
2 teaspoons sesame seeds
2 teaspoons flax seeds*
2 teaspoons poppy seeds
2 cups water

Steps:

  • Place cereal in large bowl. Pour 2 cups boiling water over. Let stand until mixture cools to between 105°F. and 115°F., about 20 minutes.
  • Sprinkle yeast over cereal. Add 1 cup bread flour, oil, sugar and salt and stir until smooth. Gradually mix in enough remaining bread flour to form dough. Cover dough; let rest 15 minutes.
  • Turn out dough onto floured surface. Knead until smooth and elastic, adding more flour if sticky, about 10 minutes. Oil large bowl. Add dough to bowl; turn to coat. Cover bowl with clean kitchen towel. Let dough rise in warm area until doubled, about 1 hour.
  • Mix all seeds in bowl. Punch down dough. Turn out onto lightly oiled surface. Knead briefly. Shape into 12x4-inch loaf.Sprinkle baking sheet with 2 teaspoons seeds. Place loaf atop seeds. Cover with towel. Let rise in warm area until almost doubled, about 30 minutes.
  • Position 1 oven rack in center and 1 just below center in oven. Place baking pan on lower rack and preheat oven to 425°F. Brush loaf with water. Sprinkle with remaining seed mixture. Using sharp knife, cut 3 diagonal slashes in surface of loaf. Place baking sheet with loaf in oven. Immediately pour 2 cups water into hot pan on lower rack in oven (water will steam).
  • Bake loaf until golden and crusty and tester inserted into center comes out clean, about 35 minutes. Transfer to rack and cool.(Can be made 1 day ahead. Wrap in plastic; store at room temperature.)
  • *Available at natural foods stores.

MULTIGRAIN BREAD



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One simple recipe is all you need to bake four types of bread, each one hearty, wholesome, and delicious. This fluffy multigrain bread recipe is a great, tasty bread. See our Classic White Bread how-to for step-by-step photos.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Breakfast & Brunch Recipes     Bread Recipes

Yield Makes 2 loaves

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 tablespoon plus 1 1/2 teaspoons active dry yeast (two 1/4-ounce envelopes)
1 3/4 cups warm water (110 degrees)
3 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons honey
4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted, plus more for bowl, pans, and brushing
3 cups whole-wheat flour
1 cup rye flour
3 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for surface and dusting
2 tablespoons coarse salt
1/3 cup bulgur
1/2 cup rolled oats
1/4 cup flaxseeds, plus more for sprinkling
1/4 cup raw sunflower seeds, plus more for sprinkling
1 egg white

Steps:

  • Soak 1/3 cup bulgur in 1/2 cup warm water for 20 minutes; set aside. Sprinkle yeast over 1/2 cup water. Add 2 teaspoons honey. Whisk until yeast dissolves. Let stand until foamy, about 5 minutes. Transfer to the bowl of a mixer fitted with the paddle or dough-hook attachment. Add butter and remaining 1 1/2 cups water and 3 tablespoons honey. Whisk flour with salt; add 3 cups to yeast. Mix on low speed until smooth. Mix in soaked bulgur, 1/2 cup rolled oats, 1/4 cup flaxseeds, and 1/4 cup raw sunflower seeds. Add remaining 4 cups flour, 1 cup at a time, mixing until dough comes away from sides of bowl and forms a ragged, slightly sticky ball. Butter a large bowl.
  • Knead dough on a floured surface until smooth and elastic but still slightly tacky, about 5 minutes. Shape into a ball. Transfer to prepared bowl; cover with plastic wrap.
  • Let dough stand in a warm place until it doubles in volume (it should not spring back when pressed), about 1 hour. Butter two 4 1/2-by-8 1/2-inch loaf pans. Punch down dough; divide in half.
  • Shape 1 dough half into an 8 1/2-inch-long rectangle (about 1/2 inch thick). Fold long sides of dough in to middle, overlapping slightly. Press seam to seal. Transfer dough, seam side down, to pan. Repeat with remaining dough. Brush tops of loaves with egg wash (beaten egg white mixed with water), not butter, and sprinkle with oats and sunflower seeds. Dab tops with egg wash to help adhere. Preheat oven to 450 degrees. Drape loaves with plastic. Let stand until dough rises about 1 inch above tops of pans, 45 minutes to 1 hour. Reduce oven temperature to 400 degrees. Bake, rotating pans after 20 minutes, until tops are golden brown, about 45 minutes. Transfer to wire racks. Let cool slightly; turn out loaves. Let cool completely before slicing.

MULTIGRAIN SEED BREAD



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Provided by Leslie Land

Categories     side dish

Time 2h

Yield Two loaves

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 1/2 cups water at room temperature
1 6/10-ounce cake fresh yeast or 1 tablespoon granular yeast
1/2 cup sourdough (see recipe)
1 tablespoon salt
1/3 cup mild honey
1/4 cup sunflower seeds
1/4 cup, plus 1 tablespoon, sesame seeds
3 tablespoons flax seed
4 1/3 cups whole-wheat bread flour, plus flour to sprinkle surface
Corn oil for bread pans

Steps:

  • Place the water in a large mixing bowl, crumble in the yeast (if using dry yeast, let dissolve), then stir in the sourdough, salt, honey, seeds and flour.
  • Stir the dough until it is elastic and cohesive but still very wet and sticky, about 15 minutes by hand or 10 minutes with the paddle attachment of a heavy-duty electric mixer set at medium speed. Sprinkle the surface of the dough with flour, cover the bowl with plastic wrap and allow to rest in a warm place for one hour.
  • Oil a pair of metal loaf pans, 2 1/2 by 4 by 8 inches. Stir down the dough and divide it between them, cover with plastic wrap and let rise only until one-and-a-half times the original height, about 45 minutes. The dough will not fill the pans completely.
  • Heat the oven to 450 degrees and make the loaves for 20 minutes. Reduce the heat to 375 and bake 20 to 30 minutes more, or until the loaves sound hollow when tapped on the bottom. Remove the loaves from the pans and cool on their sides on wire racks.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 310, UnsaturatedFat 3 grams, Carbohydrate 71 grams, Fat 3 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 2 grams, SaturatedFat 0 grams, Sodium 283 milligrams, Sugar 69 grams, TransFat 0 grams

HEALTHY MULTIGRAIN AND SEED BREAD



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This bread is a staple in my house, it is hearty and is easily adjustible to what you have on hand. No need to knead. :-) High in Omega 3 and fiber. Whole wheat, cornmeal, flax, whet germ or whatever you have on hand. I like it toasted with my veggie burger. My DH likes his with cold chicken, spicy mustard and lettuce. I've even made the most delicious crutons with this bread some butter, garlic and season salt. Healthy has never been this easy or delicious.

Provided by PrincessPage

Categories     Yeast Breads

Time 3h10m

Yield 1 loaf, 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup whole wheat flour
1/2 cup whole oats
1/4 cup cornmeal
1/4 cup ground flax seeds
1/4 cup wheat germ
1/4 cup sunflower seeds
1/4 cup brown sugar
1/4 cup powdered milk
2 tablespoons flax seeds
2 tablespoons sesame seeds
2 tablespoons pumpkin seeds
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 teaspoons instant yeast
4 teaspoons vital wheat gluten
1 1/4 warm water

Steps:

  • Mix all ingredients together (I use my KitchenAid mixer) until a slightly sticky ball forms. You may not need the full amount of water. If you don't buy yeast in bulk, you can use one full package yeast.
  • Place in a clean oiled (I use nonstick spray) covered bowl to rise for one hour. While mixing the dough I preheat the oven to @ 200, turn it off and let the bread rise there.
  • Form into a loaf, put in 8 1/2 by 4 1/2 oiled (or nonstick sprayed) loaf pan and put in a warm dry place to rise once more for up to 1 1/2 hours. Allow the bread to rise until it crowns above the top edge of the pan. Be careful not to let it rise too much or it will deflate some while cooking.
  • Remove the cover, and cook at 350 for 35 to 40 minutes. I let the bread stay in the oven while it preheats.
  • ** You can experiment with different flours based on what you have in your pantry.
  • ** Try adding different seed combinations or pine nuts -- yum.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 234.4, Fat 9.8, SaturatedFat 1.6, Cholesterol 2.6, Sodium 15, Carbohydrate 31.1, Fiber 3.9, Sugar 5.7, Protein 7.1

Tips:

  • Mise en Place: Before you start baking, make sure you have all your ingredients and equipment ready. This will help you stay organized and avoid any mishaps.
  • Freshly Milled Flour: If you have a grain mill, freshly milled flour can make a big difference in the flavor and texture of your bread. It's also more nutritious than store-bought flour.
  • Proofing: Proofing the yeast is an important step in the bread-making process. This allows the yeast to grow and become active, which will help your bread rise properly.
  • Kneading: Kneading the dough develops the gluten, which gives bread its structure and chewiness. Knead the dough for at least 10 minutes, or until it is smooth and elastic.
  • Bulk Fermentation: After kneading, let the dough rise in a warm place for 1-2 hours, or until it has doubled in size. This is called bulk fermentation.
  • Shaping: Once the dough has risen, shape it into a loaf or rolls. Be careful not to degas the dough too much during shaping.
  • Final Proof: After shaping, let the dough rise again for 30-60 minutes, or until it has almost doubled in size. This is called final proof.
  • Baking: Bake the bread in a preheated oven until it is golden brown and crusty. The baking time will vary depending on the size and shape of your loaf or rolls.

Conclusion:

Multigrain and seed breads are a delicious and nutritious addition to any meal. They are packed with fiber, vitamins, and minerals, and they have a unique flavor and texture that is sure to please everyone. With a little planning and effort, you can easily make your own multigrain and seed bread at home. So next time you're looking for a healthy and satisfying bread option, give one of these recipes a try!

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