Capsaicin Free Sprouted Grain Bread

Total time2 hr 25 min

Prep time20 min

Cook time35 min

4.6

(11)

There is something deeply satisfying about pulling a golden, hearty loaf from the oven, and this sprouted grain bread delivers that moment beautifully. Sprouted whole wheat flour brings a slightly nutty, mellow sweetness that sets this loaf apart from anything you'd grab off a grocery shelf, and the ground flaxseed adds a subtle earthiness along with a boost of texture. Honey and olive oil keep the crumb tender and moist, while the optional oat topping gives the crust a rustic, bakery-worthy finish. For anyone navigating a capsaicin-free lifestyle, homemade bread is one of the easiest wins — every single ingredient here is straightforward and free from the hidden spice blends or pepper-derived additives that can sneak into commercial loaves. The two-rise method takes a little patience, but the result is a loaf with real structure and depth of flavor that slices cleanly and toasts like a dream. It works beautifully for sandwiches, alongside soup, or simply with a generous spread of butter while it's still just barely warm.

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Ingredients

12 servings

1 cup warm water (105–110°f / 40–43°c)
2 ¼ tsp active dry yeast (1 standard packet)
1 tbsp honey
3 cups sprouted whole wheat flour, plus more for dusting
1 tsp fine sea salt
2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, plus more for the bowl and pan
2 tbsp ground flaxseed
1 tbsp rolled oats, for topping (optional)

Instructions

1
Combine the warm water, yeast, and honey in the bowl of a stand mixer (or a large mixing bowl). Stir briefly and let stand for 5–8 minutes, until the surface is foamy and the mixture smells yeasty.
2
Add the sprouted whole wheat flour, salt, olive oil, and ground flaxseed to the yeast mixture. Mix on low speed with the dough hook for 2 minutes, then increase to medium and knead for 6–8 minutes, until the dough is smooth, slightly tacky, and pulls cleanly away from the sides of the bowl. (To knead by hand: turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 10 minutes, until smooth and elastic.)

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