Finnish-American Flatbread
A really good Finnish flatbread made using rye and wheat flour. Cream of rye cereal can be used instead of rye flour if coarse ground is unavailable.
By Nadia Kovalenko
Posted October 18, 2026Share
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A really good Finnish flatbread made using rye and wheat flour. Cream of rye cereal can be used instead of rye flour if coarse ground is unavailable.
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Ingredients 8
4 cups warm water (110 degrees F/45 degrees C)
1 teaspoon white sugar
2 (.25 ounce) packages active dry yeast
0.75 cup coarse whole wheat flour
0.75 cup coarse whole rye flour
2 teaspoons salt
8 cups bread flour
2 tablespoons butter, melted
Instructions
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1
In a large bowl, mix the warm water and sugar together. Sprinkle yeast over the top and let stand until foamy, about 5 minutes.
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Add in the rye flour, whole wheat flour, and salt. Mix in bread flour, 1 cup at a time, until dough is not sticky. Knead on a floured counter until smooth and elastic, about 10 minutes. Place in an oiled bowl, turning to coat. Set it aside to rise until doubled, about 1 hour.
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Punch down dough and divide into 4 or 5 portions. Roll each piece into a ball and let rise again until doubled, about 20 minutes.
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Place each ball onto a baking sheet and flatten out into an oval, 1/2 to 3/4 inch thick. Prick holes all over the top with a fork. Let rise again until doubled, 20 to 30 minutes.
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Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
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Bake in the preheated oven until browned on the top and bottom, about 20 minutes. Brush melted butter over the tops while they are still warm.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 12
Amount Per Serving
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Calories 404 kcal
% Daily Value *
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Total Fat 4g
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Saturated Fat 2g
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Cholesterol 5mg
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Sodium 406mg
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Total Carbohydrate 78g
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Dietary Fiber 4g
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Protein 13g
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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