Heavenly Whole Wheat Bread
Discover the perfect balance of health and comfort with this Heavenly Whole Wheat Bread recipe, a surefire addition to your homemade bread repertoire. Made with wholesome whole wheat flour, a touch of honey for natural sweetness, and the heartiness of olive oil, this bread is as nourishing as it is flavorful. With its soft texture and golden crust, it’s ideal for everything from morning toast to hearty sandwich creations. This beginner-friendly recipe offers simple techniques like kneading and proofing, making it a fantastic introduction to bread baking. Ready in just over two hours, including rise time, this loaf brings unbeatable homemade goodness to your table. Perfect for bakers looking to craft fluffy whole wheat bread with minimal fuss!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups warm water
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 2.25 teaspoons active dry yeast
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1.5 teaspoons salt
- 3.5 cups whole wheat flour
- 0.5 cups all-purpose flour (optional, for adjustability)
Instructions
In a large bowl, combine the warm water and honey. Stir until the honey dissolves.
Sprinkle the active dry yeast over the water and honey mixture. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes until it becomes foamy, indicating the yeast is activated.
Add the olive oil and salt to the yeast mixture and stir to combine.
Gradually add the whole wheat flour, about 1 cup at a time, stirring with a wooden spoon or using a stand mixer with a dough hook attachment. The dough will be slightly sticky initially but should begin to come together.
If the dough is too sticky to handle, add the optional all-purpose flour, a little at a time, until the dough is soft but no longer overly sticky.
Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and knead it for about 8-10 minutes by hand, or knead with the mixer on low speed for 5-6 minutes, until the dough is smooth and elastic.
Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, turning the dough to coat it with oil. Cover the bowl with a clean kitchen towel or plastic wrap and let it rise in a warm, draft-free spot for 1 to 1.5 hours, or until doubled in size.
Punch down the dough to release the air, then transfer it to a floured surface. Shape the dough into a loaf by patting it into a rectangle and rolling it tightly into a log. Pinch the seam to seal.
Place the shaped dough into a greased 9x5-inch loaf pan. Cover it again with a towel and let it rise for another 30-45 minutes, or until the dough has risen about an inch above the edge of the pan.
Near the end of the second rise, preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Bake the bread in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the loaf is golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped on the bottom.
Remove the bread from the oven and turn it out onto a cooling rack. Let it cool for at least 20-30 minutes before slicing.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2243 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 50.6 g | 65% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.0 g | 40% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3570 mg | 155% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 406.8 g | 148% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 54.2 g | 194% | |
| Total Sugars | 53.9 g | ||
| Protein | 65.5 g | 131% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 158 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 19.7 mg | 109% | |
| Potassium | 1944 mg | 41% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
