Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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8
servings
1 cup

Stone Ground Dark Rye Flour

measured

1.25 cup

All Purpose Flour

measured

2 tbsp

Baking Powder

measured

1 tsp

Salt

measured

5 tbsp

Cold Unsalted Butter

diced

1 cup

Buttermilk

measured

Step 1
~6 min

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 2
~6 min

In a food processor, combine rye flour, all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 3
~6 min

Pulse the ingredients five times to combine.

Step 4
~6 min

Add cold diced butter to the mixture.

Step 5
~6 min

Pulse until the butter is the size of peas, about 5 pulses.

Step 6
~6 min

Add buttermilk to the mixture.

Step 7
~6 min

Pulse until the dough comes together into a ball.

Step 8
~6 min

Shape the dough into an 8-inch round on the prepared baking sheet.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 9
~6 min

Bake in the preheated oven for about 40 minutes, or until golden brown.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For a crispier crust, brush the top of the dough with melted butter before baking.

Let the bread cool completely before slicing to prevent crumbling.

Serve warm with butter or cheese.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

10 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Dough can be made ahead and refrigerated for up to 24 hours.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Moderate
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with butter, cheese, or jam.

Pair with traditional Finnish soups or stews.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Finnish Salmon Soup
Reindeer Stew

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

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Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Finland

Cultural Significance

A staple bread in Finnish cuisine, often enjoyed at breakfast or as a snack.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Christmas
Midsummer

Occasion Tags

Breakfast
Snack
Side Dish

Popularity Score

65/100

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