Einkorn Loaf- in the Bread Machine
When You Knead a Break
(But Still Want Real Bread)
Let’s just say it: sometimes the bread machine feels like cheating. Why is that? It is silly to think it! Because when you're elbow-deep in garden soil, homeschooling a small village, or just trying to remember if you already drank your coffee—well, pressing a button and walking away feels downright biblical. Rest, after all, is holy.
We don’t use the bread machine often, we just enjoy the other methods more. But there are seasons when a quick loaf saves the day—and your sanity. Whether you're in a pinch or it’s simply your preferred method, this recipe brings the nourishment of einkorn to your table without the messy hand-work. That is a beautiful thing.
Because einkorn has a mind of its own (we love her for it), we included two recipes in two ways—so no matter your machine or how your flour mills, one of them should rise to the occasion.
Try both and see which one your kitchen prefers. Either way, you’ll end up with a soft, golden loaf that tastes like a hug and smells like grace.
We always recommend freshly milled flour if you have it—it’s where the flavor lives and the nutrients sing.
Watch your machine the first time or two to make sure it’s mixing properly—einkorn can be a little clingy.
Slice, butter, repeat.
From our homestead kitchen to yours,
May your loaves be easy, your days be light,
and your machine do the work just right.
🤍 Jess
Einkorn Loaf- in the Bread Machine- 2 Ways
This simple and nourishing loaf is made with freshly milled einkorn flour. Perfect for busy days when you want homemade bread without the fuss! Below are 2 versions. Find out which method works best for you, your bread machine and fresh milled flour! We have added tips to help troubleshooting with your einkorn bread in the troubleshooting section below.
Enjoy being nourished 🤍
Ingredients
- 3 cups freshly milled einkorn flour (1 3/4 - 2 cups wheat berries, depending)
- 3/4 teaspoon fine sea salt (you can use 3/4-1 tsp, it is preference.)
- 1 1/2 teaspoon active dry yeast
- 2 tablespoons butter, olive oil, or avocado oil
- 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
- 3/4 cup warm water (you might need 1-2 tsp more depending on dough texture)
- 4 3/4 cups freshly milled einkorn flour (2 1/3 - 2 3/4 einkorn berries)
- 1 1/2 cups warm water (room temp or slightly heated- not boiled or hot.)
- 1 - 1 1/2 teaspoon salt (you can use 3/4 - 1 1/2 it is a matter of preference. We usually use 1 tsp.)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil, butter, or avocado oil
- 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
- 1 1/12 teaspoon dry active yeast
Instructions
- Add ingredients to your bread machine in the order your model recommends (usually liquids first, yeast last).
- Select the 'Basic" or "Whole Wheat' cycle (avoid rapid or sweet settings).
- After 10-15 minutes, check the dough: it should be soft and sticky, not dry. adjust with a touch of water
- Let the machine do the rest! Once finished, cool the loaf on a wire rack before slicing.
Einkorn Trouble-shooting
Cooking with einkorn can be an adjustment in any capacity. The first trick is dont give up. You will get the hang of it. ALso milling andusing yourfresh milled einkorn flour can also be an adjustment- but nutritionally it is worth the effort to figure it out!
You can use freshly milled einkorn flour in a bread machine, but there are a few important tweaks since einkorn behaves differently than modern wheat:
Bread Machine + Einkorn Tips:
Use the “basic” or “whole wheat” setting (avoid rapid or sweet settings).
Einkorn is low in gluten, so the dough will be stickier and wetter than typical wheat dough—that’s normal!
You usually need less water than most bread machine recipes call for (start with about 3/4 cup liquid per 3 cups flour and adjust if needed).
Skip the second kneading cycle if possible, as einkorn doesn't benefit from long kneading.