Description
This tangy and savory bread uses chopped dill pickles, pickle juice, and fresh dill to create a loaf with bold flavor and a soft texture. Perfect for sandwiches, toasts, or served as a side with soups and salads.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups all-purpose flour (or mix with 1 cup whole wheat flour)
- 1 packet (2 ¼ tsp) active dry yeast
- ¾ cup warm pickle juice (105°F–110°F)
- ¼ cup warm water
- 2 tbsp sugar
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
- ½ cup chopped dill pickles (drained)
- 2 tbsp fresh dill (or 1 tbsp dried dill)
- 1 tsp garlic powder (optional)
- 1 tsp onion powder (optional)
- 1 tsp salt
Instructions
- In a small bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for 5–10 minutes until foamy.
- In a large mixing bowl, add flour, salt, and dried seasonings (if using).
- Stir in the yeast mixture, warm pickle juice, melted butter, and chopped pickles. Mix until dough forms.
- Knead on a floured surface for 8–10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Place dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise for 1–1.5 hours until doubled in size.
- Punch down dough and shape into a loaf. Place in a greased loaf pan.
- Cover and let rise for another 30 minutes.
- Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 35–40 minutes, until golden brown and hollow-sounding when tapped.
- Remove from oven, cool on a wire rack before slicing.
Notes
- Pickle Juice Tip: Make sure the juice is warm, not hot, to avoid killing the yeast.
- Pickle Variety: Kosher dill pickles give the best tangy flavor, but you can experiment with spicy or garlic pickles.
- Storage: Wrap cooled bread in plastic wrap and store at room temperature for up to 3 days. Freeze slices for up to 3 months.
- Serving Ideas: Excellent for grilled cheese, turkey sandwiches, or paired with tomato soup.
- Flavor Boost: Sprinkle sesame seeds or everything bagel seasoning on top before baking for a crunchy crust.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 160kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 3.5g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1.3g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1.5g
- Protein: 4.5g
- Cholesterol: 10mg