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    Humus Bread Recipe | Video

    Published: Sep 30, 2021 by Pavani · 17 Comments

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    Wondering what you can make with hummus? Then try this moist and savory hummus bread. It is nutty, tasty with a beautiful crumb. Try this and you will realize that hummus and pita bread is not the only option.

    This protein packed bread is a perfect recipe to use up leftover humus. You can also make your own hummus - I have the recipe in the recipe card below. Great to eat toasted or make a sandwich. Also tasty to eat with a thin layer of extra hummus, for added yumminess!!

    Chopping board with a loaf of humus bread slices

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    Table of contents

    • About the Recipe
    • Ingredients
    • Instructions
    • How to serve Hummus Bread
    • Expert Tips
    • You might also like
    • Recipe Card

    About the Recipe

    I love baking bread at home. I either bake sourdough bread or a yeast bread almost every week. Even though I bake certain breads in rotation, I also look for new recipes to try.

    In one such quest, I found this delicious Hummus bread recipe in my King Arthur Flour: Whole Grain Baking cookbook. I have adapted the recipe a little to make it vegan.

    It is a delicious yeast bread with hummus. Yes, the same humus that you use as a dip. It sounds like an interesting ingredient in a bread recipe, but it adds protein and lots of flavor. You can use either store-bought or make our own (recipe below or use my other hummus recipe).

    The best part of this bread is it tastes great toasted spread with butter or with a thin layer of hummus, for added punch. Use it to make simple sandwich filled with roasted veggies, cheese and so on.

    Chopping board with a loaf of hummus bread

    Ingredients

    For the details of the exact quantities of each ingredient and the list of ingredients needed, check the printable recipe card below.

    Here are the ingredients you need to make this delicious bread with hummus:

    • Humus aka houmus - feel free to make your own - recipe below. Or use your favorite store-bought hummus. Use any flavor you like - roasted garlic or red pepper. If you want to make a sweet bread, then use chocolate hummus - check the tips section to see how to.
    • Flour - we will need both all-purpose and whole-wheat flours for this recipe. You can add more whole-wheat flour to make it even healthier.
    • Instant Yeast
    • Egg replacer - original recipe used 1 large egg. But to make it vegan, I used commercial egg replacer. Ground flaxseeds will also work here.
    Ingredients needed - details in recipe card
    • Sesame seeds - adds nuttiness to the recipe. Toast them until lightly golden before using.
    • Oil - any light flavored oil can be used.
    • Milk - I used non-dairy oat milk to make
    • Orange juice - you can use either freshly squeezed or bottled juice. Orange juice helps to temper the slightly bitter flavor of whole-wheat. You will not really taste the orange in the bread itself. But if you don't have it on hand, then substitute with water.
    • Salt and sugar
    • You will also need a 8.5"x4.5" baking pan. But you can also use 9"x5" loaf pan - just note that the loaf will not be as high.

    Instructions

    For the detailed instructions on how to make the recipe with exact timings, check the printable recipe card below.

    Here is how to make this delicious hummus bread recipe:

    Combine all the ingredients in a large mixing bowl or the bowl of the stand mixer.

    Combining all ingredients in a mixing bowl

    Mix well using hands or a mixer until a smooth and soft dough forms. Transfer to a greased bowl and let rise for about 1 hour until the dough is very puffy or until almost doubled in volume.

    Mixing and kneading to form a soft dough

    Lightly grease a 8½"x4½" loaf pan.

    Gently deflate the dough and shape it into a 9" log. Place it in the prepared pan and cover it gently with lightly greased plastic wrap. Allow to rise until the dough crowns about 1~1½" over the rim of the pan.

    Risen dough, shaped into a loaf and placed in a loaf pan

    Preheat the oven to 350°F.

    Bake the bread for 35~40 minutes. After 20 minutes, loosely cover the bread with aluminum foil and continue baking until the bread is golden brown and an instant read thermometer inserted in the center registers 190°F.

    Side by side photos of the loaf before and after baking

    Remove from the oven, after couple of minutes, remove from the oven and let cool completely before slicing. Brush with melted butter, if desired, while still hot.

    Hand holding a slice of hummus bread

    How to serve Hummus Bread

    Here are a few ideas on how to serve this yummy bread:

    • Toast and spread with butter or a thin layer of hummus.
    • Make a vegetarian or vegan sandwich - pick 1~2 from each of the below:
      • Spreads - harissa, pesto, green chutney or more humus
      • Veggies - roasted veggies, sautéed greens like kale, spinach or chard, lettuce, tomato, caramelized onions
      • Protein - sweet potato chickpea burger, burger, store-bought chik'n or any of you favorite patties, grated paneer or tofu
      • Cheese - grilled halloumi, cheese slices
    White plate with halloumi sandwich

    Expert Tips

    • Feel free to use any flavor of hummus. Roasted garlic or roasted red pepper or caramelized onion (yumm!!) are all perfect.
    • If you want to bake with chocolate hummus to make a sweet humus bread then go ahead. Make the below adjustments to the recipe:
      • Increase the amount of sugar to 2 tablespoons. But you if you want a slightly sweeter bread, then add another tablespoon.
      • Skip sesame seeds and add a handful of raisins or chocolate chips for added sweetness.
    • Depending on the loaf pan you use, the second rise will be slightly different:
      • for a 9" x 5" loaf pan, it should crown 1" over the rim
      • for 8½"x4½" loaf pan, it should crown 1½" over the rim
    • Make sure to let the loaf cool down completely before slicing.
    • Wrap any leftover bread in plastic wrap or foil and place in an airtight bag. Store at room temperature for 2 days or freeze for up to 2 months. To thaw, simply place them in a toaster and toast until crisp.
    • Here is another delicious idea - make hummus flatbread. Just let the dough rise for the first time. Then divide the dough into smaller dough balls, roll and cook on a griddle.

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    Chopping board with a loaf of humus bread slices

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    Recipe Card

    Chopping board with a loaf of hummus bread

    Hummus Bread

    Try this moist, savory bread recipe with hummus. It is nutty, tasty with a beautiful crumb. Great to eat toasted and spread with butter. Also perfect for sandwiches.
    Author: Pavani
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    Prep Time: 20 minutes mins
    Cook Time: 40 minutes mins
    Rising Time:: 2 hours hrs 30 minutes mins
    Total Time: 3 hours hrs 30 minutes mins
    Course: breads
    Cuisine: American
    Servings: 12 Servings

    Ingredients

    • 2 cups Whole-wheat flour
    • 1 cup All purpose flour
    • 2 teaspoons Instant Yeast
    • 1 teaspoon Sugar
    • 1½ teaspoons Salt
    • ¾ cup Hummus (recipe follows, but you can also use store bought if desired)
    • ½ cup Lukewarm Milk
    • ¼ cup Orange juice (I used store bought OJ)
    • ¼ cup Olive oil
    • 1 tablespoon Egg Replacer or 1 large Egg
    • ¼ cup Sesame seeds, lightly toasted

    Hummus Recipe:

    • ½ cup Tahini (sesame paste)
    • 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
    • 1 teaspoon Salt
    • 2 teaspoons Ground Cumin
    • 4 ~ 8 cloves Garlic, peeled
    • 2 15 oz. cans Chickpeas, drained and ¾ cups of liquid reserved
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    Instructions

    • Make Hummus: Place all the ingredients except for the chickpea liquid in a food processor. Add ½cup of the reserved chickpea liquid. Blend until smooth; if the mixture is not smooth enough, add the remaining ¼cup additional liquid. Refrigerate until ready to use.
    • Make the Bread: Combine all the ingredients in a large mixing bowl or the bowl of the stand mixer. Mix well using hands or a mixer until a smooth and soft dough forms. Transfer to a greased bowl and let rise for about 1 hour until the dough is very puffy or until almost doubled in volume.
    • Lightly grease a 9"x5" loaf pan (original recipe used 8½"x4½" loaf pan).
    • Gently deflate the dough and shape it into a 9" log. Place it in the prepared pan and cover it gently with lightly greased plastic wrap. Allow to rise for 1~1½hour or until the dough crowns about 1" over the rim of the pan (it should crown about 1½" over 8½"x4½" loaf pan).
    • Preheat the oven to 350°F.
    • Bake the bread for 35~40 minutes. After 20 minutes, loosely cover the bread with aluminum foil and continue baking until the bread is golden brown and an instant read thermometer inserted in the center registers 190°F.
    • Remove from the oven, after couple of minutes, remove from the oven and let cool completely before slicing. Brush with melted butter, if desired, while still hot.

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    Notes

    • Feel free to use any flavor of hummus. Roasted garlic or roasted red pepper or caramelized onion (yumm!!) are all perfect.
    • If you want to bake with chocolate hummus to make a sweet humus bread then go ahead. Make the below adjustments to the recipe:
      • Increase the amount of sugar to 2 tablespoons. But you if you want a slightly sweeter bread, then add another tablespoon.
      • Skip sesame seeds and add a handful of raisins or chocolate chips for added sweetness.
    • Depending on the loaf pan you use, the second rise will be slightly different:
      • for a 9" x 5" loaf pan, it should crown 1" over the rim
      • for 8½"x4½" loaf pan, it should crown 1½" over the rim
    • Make sure to let the loaf cool down completely before slicing.
    • Wrap any leftover bread in plastic wrap or foil and place in an airtight bag. Store at room temperature for 2 days or freeze for up to 2 months. To thaw, simply place them in a toaster and toast until crisp.
    • Here is another delicious idea - make hummus flatbread. Just let the dough rise for the first time. Then divide the dough into smaller dough balls, roll and cook on a griddle.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1Slice | Calories: 351kcal | Carbohydrates: 43g | Protein: 13g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 15mg | Sodium: 581mg | Potassium: 377mg | Fiber: 8g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 77IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 104mg | Iron: 4mg
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    Comments

    1. Priya Suresh

      June 14, 2014 at 12:33 pm

      This bread looks fabulous, i should give a try soon..

      Reply
    2. Usha Rao

      June 15, 2014 at 12:41 pm

      That bread looks great and must have taste awesome with some spicy touch.

      Reply
    3. Niloufer Riyaz

      June 15, 2014 at 8:10 pm

      bread with hummus !! never had it before!! looks delicious

      Reply
    4. Srivalli

      June 16, 2014 at 9:52 am

      Pavani, I am amazed at the different options you come up with baking breads..hummus being included in the dough sounds so wonderful!...and the crumble looks so inviting!..what a wonderful way to enjoy the weekend..

      Reply
    5. Global Tastes & Travels Inc.

      June 19, 2014 at 5:59 am

      bread came out perfect texture and with that flavored hummus must taste amazing

      Reply
    6. Global Tastes & Travels Inc.

      June 19, 2014 at 5:59 am

      bread came out perfect texture and with that flavored hummus must taste amazing

      Reply
    7. Kalyani

      June 19, 2014 at 12:48 pm

      Wow ! That looks sooooooo inviting pavani !

      Reply
    8. Lee Rosen

      May 10, 2020 at 4:07 pm

      5 stars
      how long do you mix in the stand mixer?

      Reply
      • cookshideout

        July 04, 2020 at 11:18 am

        Hi Lee, mix in the stand mixer for 8~10 minutes. Hope you give this recipe a try.

        Reply
        • Lee

          February 23, 2022 at 9:00 am

          Two questions. How would this be with golden or regular raisins added, OR with a swirl of hummus rolled in the middle, like a cinnamon swirl bread

          Reply
          • cookshideout

            February 23, 2022 at 5:11 pm

            Hi Lee, thank you for your comment. This is a savory bread, so if you like savory-sweet breads, then raisins would be great here. Hummus swirl sounds delicious. I think it would work but since hummus is liquidy, you might have to bake a little longer.

            Reply
    9. Dave

      December 11, 2020 at 5:44 am

      Hi Pavani

      The Dough is just not cooking through and looks raw and moist. I followed your recipe.. What could I have done wrong? 🙁

      Reply
      • cookshideout

        December 11, 2020 at 8:04 am

        Hi Dave, Sorry to hear that you are having trouble with the recipe. Did the dough come together and rise well? Cover it with foil and bake it for 5 minutes more. Please let me know how it turns out.

        Reply
    10. Reni

      February 06, 2024 at 11:25 am

      I can't wait to try this! Can I replace the wheat flour with bread flour?

      Thank you,
      Reni

      Reply
      • cookshideout

        February 15, 2024 at 5:53 pm

        Hi Reni, yes you can use bread flour instead of whole wheat flour. Happy Baking - Pavani

        Reply
    11. Andreas

      May 14, 2025 at 3:09 pm

      Can I skip the Orange juice??

      Reply
      • cookshideout

        May 14, 2025 at 3:40 pm

        Hi Andreas, you can definitely skip the orange juice and add more water instead. You can also substitute orange juice with lemon juice.
        Happy Baking!
        Pavani

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