Prairie Sunflower Bread Mix
This nutty bread is a treat for toast and jam but works surprisingly well with sandwiches.
Merri Ann and I were both raised in the West—in different towns and and in different states—but we met in Alaska. All five of our kids were born there.
We ended up in Minnesota for ten years, where we missed the West, our families, and the mountains. We eventually moved there, but not without frequently crossing the Dakotas to see family and the mountains.
We loved the Dakotas, with sunflowers as far as the eye could see and straight roads that stretched into the horizon—beautiful, bright, clean countrysides.
When we finally settled in Idaho to start our business, we had to have a Prairie Sunflower Bread with lots of sunflower seeds.
Dennis and Merri Ann Weaver
- What's prairie sunflower bread like? It's nutty, really nutty--lots of sunflower kernels. You've never had a bread this nutty.
- Are the kernels hard? Sunflower seeds are a little softer than peanuts, not hard like walnuts.
- Is it a wheat or a white bread? It's a wheat bread, but it has enough white flour to temper the wheat flour.
- Is it a healthy bread? Yes. Whole wheat flour, lots of sunflower kernels, and milk.
- What's this bread like? It's a tawney-cream-colored loaf with a moist, soft interior and a soft, golden crust. It's not dry and crumbly at all.
- Will my kids like it? That depends on whether they like the seeds. The seeds are baked, so they're softer than what they might expect. If they like chunky peanut butter, they'll be okay with this.
- Why is the water temperature important? The ideal temperature for yeast is 79 degrees. That's where yeast grows best.
- Is it sweet? Not really, pleasant, and mild but not sweet. It does have milk and a touch of sugar.
- What do I need to add? Only butter and water. An SAF yeast packet is included!
- It says "no preservatives." We add nothing except a touch of dough enhancer to help the yeast grow. Without preservatives, it won't last forever. If you're not going to use it in four or five days, freeze the extra.
This is a bestseller. Nearly one in four reviewers say this is their "best" or "favorite" bread, which is pretty good considering there are nearly 100 breads to choose from.
"I have tried and enjoyed many of Prepared Pantry's bread mixes but have found Prairie Sunflower to be my favorite." Vicki Vaughn
This is the best light sunflower bread. We made it with freshly milled bread flour from our neighbors in Montana, just enough stone-ground whole wheat flour to give it body. Then, we loaded it with 3/4 cup of sunflower seeds. You won't find anything like it elsewhere! Finally, this bread is made with 1/4 cup of butter. No wonder it's so rich and flavorful!
"Prairie Sunflower bread is awesome and flavorful, and you also get the nutty crunch of the sunflower seeds. Wow!! Totally delicious!!" Jeannie McCall
This is a favorite bread for morning toast.
"We buy it every time we order. We like the flavor and texture, and it toasts beautifully!" Matthew Rodriguez
Make this your favorite mix. Your family will love it for sandwiches and toast. It's a hearty, healthy loaf yet moist and soft. Your family will love it.