Why Is My Rye Bread So Dense?
There are several reasons why your rye bread may be dense. Rye flour doesn’t have as much gluten as wheat flour, which can affect the rise of the bread. Using too much rye flour in the recipe can also make the bread dense. Over-kneading the dough or not allowing it to rise for long enough can also result in a denser texture. Finally, using older yeast or not proofing it properly can also affect the rise of the bread.