Unleavened communion bread, also known as matzah, is a traditional Jewish bread that holds deep religious significance. It is a central part of the Passover celebration, commemorating the Israelites' exodus from Egypt. This unleavened bread is a staple in many religious ceremonies and is often used as a symbol of remembrance and faith. Its unique texture and flavor make it a delicious and meaningful addition to any spiritual gathering.
Our collection of unleavened communion bread recipes offers a variety of options to suit different dietary needs and preferences. Whether you prefer a classic matzah recipe, a gluten-free alternative, or a vegan option, we have something for everyone. Each recipe is carefully crafted to ensure the bread maintains its traditional integrity while catering to modern tastes and dietary restrictions.
From the simple and traditional "Classic Unleavened Communion Bread" recipe to the more elaborate "Gluten-Free Unleavened Communion Bread with Almond Flour" and the unique "Vegan Unleavened Communion Bread with Chickpea Flour," our recipes provide a range of flavors and textures to suit every palate. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, our detailed instructions and helpful tips will guide you through the process of creating delicious and meaningful unleavened communion bread.
UNLEAVENED BREAD FOR COMMUNION
This recipe has been used for years in our church for Communion bread. Easy to make and stores well in fridge. Watch carefully when baking, ovens vary in time needed.
Provided by LEAB77
Categories Bread Quick Bread Recipes
Time 20m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Mix flour, oil, and salt together in a bowl; add water and mix using a pastry cutter until dough is soft. Form dough into 6 balls and press into disks onto the prepared baking sheet using your hands.
- Bake in the preheated oven until bread is cooked, 8 to 10 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 182.9 calories, Carbohydrate 15.9 g, Fat 12.3 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 2.2 g, SaturatedFat 1.9 g, Sodium 49.3 mg, Sugar 0.1 g
BREAD FOR COMMUNION - UNLEAVENED
Our church is small. So I only make approximately 25 to 50. If you belong to a larger church, you can double or triple the recipe. Some people like to have the bread round instead square, you can do both. I have made these for 3 churches. They're much better than the ones you buy. If you ever taste one these breads, you will...
Provided by Mary R Morris
Categories Other Breads
Time 23m
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- 1. Preheat oven to 425 degrees F.
- 2. Line a baking pan with parchment paper.
- 3. Mix with you hands flour, Crisco vegetable oil, salt and water until it forms a ball.
- 4. Take rolling pin and roll ball into a thin square. Then take a pizza cutter and cut into small squares. Then put the small squares of dough onto the parchment paper.
- 5. Bake the dough squares in the preheated oven 8 to 10 minutes. (Watch carefully when you are baking because oven vary in time.)
- 6. After baking the breads, remove them immediately onto a cool plate.
UNLEAVENED COMMUNION BREAD
When I offered to be the person to make the Communion bread, I found myself somewhat nervous and intimidated. I tried 4 recipes, 2 leavened and 2 unleavened. I brought samples to some of the church members, and the minister. The members told me which ones they liked. The minister just smiled and said they were all fine, and whatever I did would be good. After several tries, I settled on this recipe. The minister was right... it does not matter. The bread is transformed into the Holy Sacrament at the altar. I use enough whole wheat flour to give it a nice color, and to help give the bread more body. I like to mark the bread with a cross, as a symbol and make it so that it is easily broken. We have 2 services, so I make 3 loaves. I pray as I make the loaves, and feel very humble that I am allowed to do this for our church.
Provided by Sweetiebarbara
Categories Breads
Time 1h30m
Yield 3 Communion Loaves, 120 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Sift dry ingredients into a bowl.
- Cut in butter with a pastry blender or 2 knives.
- Add enough milk to pull dough together.
- Turn dough onto very lightly floured surface and kneed gently for 5 minutes or so.
- Weigh dough, and divide into three portions.
- Use 3 small pieces of parchment paper, drawing circles (5 1/2", using a small lid) in pencil, and placing the penciled side down so that the pencil marks do not show on the finished breads.
- Place each portion onto the parchment paper.
- Flatten and shape each loaf into size wanted, (using the markings as a guide) and score. (I flatten to about 1/4" and score with biscuit cutter, pizza wheel, and a fork).
- The photos show how I score the loaves. I score them so there will be 40 pieces per loaf.
- Bake at 400° to 15-20 minutes until slightly brown at the edges. (I place the parchment and bread on a pizza stone to bake and bake them one at a time since my stone only accommodates one).
COMMUNION BREAD (UNLEAVENED) RECIPE - (3.5/5)
Provided by á-25497
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°. Mix all ingredients together - IT WILL BE STICKY!! (REALLY spray down your hands/spatula with PAM.) If, however, it is TOO sticky, add very small amounts of flour (recommended amounts would be: 1 additional Tablespoon of whole wheat flour, then UP TO 2 additional Tablespoons of white flour) - please wait until you have thoroughly mixed all ingredients before adding more flour! **I have never had to add the extra flour.** Divide into three parts and pat down onto parchment paper, making three "circles" about 1/4-inch-high (no higher than 1/2-inch-high). All three circles should fit onto one baking sheet - you can have them really close together. You can start out with a spatula, but I always end up using my hands to spread them on the baking sheet. **If you are working alone, have a couple teaspoons of oil in a dish to reapply oil to your hands easily when needed! This part is not always easy - be prepared for the parchment paper to move quite a bit.** They usually take about 20 minutes in the oven, but just to be safe, start off with the timer set at 17 minutes. When they are slightly brown on the edges, they are done - DO NOT OVER-BAKE (or it's crunchy). It is hard to tell, since the bread is made with whole wheat flour, but you can also touch the center of the circles and see if it is done. **Mine usually take only the 17 minutes, but I spread mine pretty thin.** If you are using for communion, take a pizza cutter and cut into strips and then across to made bite-sized squares, leaving out any hard edges. One round, depending on the size/thickness, usually gets cut into about 120 good pieces. The bread only lasts a few days, but freezes beautifully!! It is also good to munch on!
Tips:
- Use fresh, high-quality ingredients for the best results.
- Follow the recipe carefully, especially if you are new to baking.
- If the dough is too dry, add a little bit of water. If it is too wet, add a little bit of flour.
- Knead the dough for at least 5 minutes, or until it is smooth and elastic.
- Let the dough rise in a warm place for at least 1 hour, or until it has doubled in size.
- Bake the bread in a preheated oven at the correct temperature. If the oven is too hot, the bread will burn. If it is too cool, the bread will not rise properly.
- Let the bread cool completely before slicing and serving.
Conclusion:
Unleavened communion bread is a simple but delicious bread that can be made with just a few ingredients. It is a perfect choice for those who are looking for a healthy and nutritious bread that is also easy to make. With a little practice, you can easily make unleavened communion bread at home that is just as good as what you would find in a store. So next time you are looking for a tasty and nutritious bread, give unleavened communion bread a try.
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