Leonese-style Walnut Bread (Pan de Nuez a la Leonés)
Pan de Nuez a la Leonés, or Leonese-style Walnut Bread, is a traditional bread from the region of León in Spain. This delicious bread is packed with the rich flavor of walnuts and makes for a perfect accompaniment to a cup of coffee or tea.
Ingredients
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
- 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
- 1/2 cup warm water
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 egg
Instructions
- In a small bowl, dissolve the yeast in warm water and let it sit for 5 minutes until it becomes frothy.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, salt, and cinnamon. Stir in the chopped walnuts.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, melted butter, and egg. Add the yeast mixture and mix well.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until a dough forms.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface for 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a clean kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour.
- Punch down the dough and shape it into a loaf. Place it in a greased loaf pan, cover, and let it rise for another 30 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake the bread for 35-40 minutes until golden brown.
- Let the bread cool before slicing and serving.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 40 minutes
- Total time:
- 1 hour
- Cooking method
- Oven
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 200 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 25g
- Protein
- 5g
- Fat
- 10g
Supplies
Loaf pan Mixing bowls Whisk Measuring cups and spoons
Tools
Oven Mixer (optional)
Serving suggestions
Serve the Pan de Nuez a la Leonés with a spread of butter or alongside a hot cup of coffee for a delightful breakfast or snack.
Tips & tricks
For an extra crunch, toast the walnuts before adding them to the bread dough.
Cost
$8