3-Grain bread is yet another Danish classic bread, from the start of "the health era." This is still a white bread but with added healthy seeds and grains, (flaxseeds, wheat and rye). I have always liked 3-grain bread. The distinct taste of roasted sesame seeds with the nice baked crisp crust is really nice. And of cause the texture of the seeds and grains, this always makes my mouth happy.

Makes 2 big loafs.

Ingredients:

50 g compressed yeast (or 4 tablespoons dry yeast)
900 ml water
1 tablespoon honey
100 ml yoghurt
200 g whole wheat flour
75 g rolled rye
75 g wheat flakes
150 g flax seeds
2½ teaspoons salt
1 tablespoon vegetable oil, I used Bornholmsk rapskimolie (rapeseed oil)
1000 g all-purpose flour

Topping:

egg wash, here a beaten egg
sesame seeds

Directions:

Crumble the yeast into the water and stir to dissolve. Mix the rest of the ingredients, and knead the dough for 8-10 minutes on a stand mixer. Let the dough rise for 40 minutes, covered with a clean kitchen towel.

Pour the dough onto a lightly floured surface, and knead it lightly to deflate a bit. Divide the dough in 2, and form them into balls creating a taut smooth surface.

Flip dough ball over so you have the seam on top. Fold the top ⅔ over, pressing the dough to adhere. Repeat a few times to make a log with good surface tension. Roll the log to the size of the baking sheet. Place the log/loaf on a parchment lined baking sheet, seam side down. Repeat with the second loaf. Let the breads rise, covered for another 30-40 minutes.

Preheat the oven for 450℉ (235℃).

Brush the breads with egg wash, sprinkle with sesame seeds, and score the breads a few times across the bread, to help with the oven spring.

Place the breads in the oven, and just before closing the oven door, splash ¼ cup water in the bottom of the oven, and quickly close the door.

Bake the breads for 40-45 minutes until deep golden brown.

Let the breads cool before slicing.

Enjoy!