No Knead Pumpernickle date walnut bread

By Mybigbuns

This is a wonderful dark European style loaf, oh so good!

Ingredients

• 6 cups water
• 3 Tbs yeast
• 3 Tbs salt
• 4 Tbs molasses
• 3 Tbs cocoa powder
• 4 tsp instant espresso powder
• 2 cups rye flour
• 3 Tb coconut oil
• 3 Tbs caramel color
• 2 cups wheat flour
• 9 cups AP flour
• 3 Tbs caraway seeds
• 2 cups dates &/ or raisins
• 2 cups walnut pieces
• Cornstarch wash
• Caraway seeds for topping

Preparation

Step 1

Mix all ingredients in Kitchenaid mixer. Put in container let sit at room temp for 2-3 hours. Put in refrigerator for up to 7 days. Shape loaves & let rise for 1- 1 1/2 hours slash, brush w/ wash & sprinkle w/ seeds. Steam & bake at 400 degrees for 35-40 min.