High Flavor Bran Bread
Elevate your homemade bread game with this High Flavor Bran Bread, a wholesome and hearty loaf brimming with nutty richness and rustic charm. Made with a blend of whole wheat flour, wheat bran, and a touch of all-purpose flour, this bread perfectly balances nutrition and flavor. The addition of brown sugar, honey, and milk powder lends subtle sweetness and depth, while olive oil and active dry yeast create a soft, tender crumb with just the right amount of chew. Topped with optional sunflower seeds for crunch, this loaf is as versatile as it is delicious—whether toasted for breakfast or as the base for your favorite sandwiches. With its simple ingredients and approachable technique, this high-fiber, nutrient-dense bread will be a standout staple in your kitchen.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2.5 cups Whole wheat flour
- 0.75 cups Wheat bran
- 0.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 0.25 cups Brown sugar
- 1.5 teaspoons Salt
- 1 packet (2 1/4 teaspoons) Active dry yeast
- 1.25 cups Warm water (about 110°F)
- 2 tablespoons Honey
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Milk powder
- 2 tablespoons Sunflower seeds (optional, for topping)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the whole wheat flour, wheat bran, all-purpose flour, brown sugar, salt, and milk powder.
In a small bowl, combine the warm water and honey, then sprinkle in the active dry yeast. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes until it becomes foamy, indicating that the yeast is active.
Add the yeast mixture and olive oil to the dry ingredients. Stir until a shaggy dough forms.
Transfer the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic. Alternatively, you can knead the dough using a stand mixer with a dough hook attachment for 5-7 minutes.
Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, turning it once to coat. Cover with a clean kitchen towel or plastic wrap and allow it to rise in a warm, draft-free area for about 1 to 1.5 hours, or until it doubles in size.
Punch down the dough and shape it into a loaf. Transfer it to a greased 9x5-inch loaf pan. Cover loosely and let it rise again for 30-40 minutes until the dough rises just above the edge of the pan.
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). If desired, brush the top of the dough lightly with water and sprinkle on sunflower seeds for texture and flavor.
Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the loaf sounds hollow when tapped on the bottom.
Remove the bread from the pan and let it cool completely on a wire rack before slicing and serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2162 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 47.6 g | 61% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.8 g | 44% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 14 mg | 5% | |
| Sodium | 2994 mg | 130% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 405.9 g | 148% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 55.5 g | 198% | |
| Total Sugars | 100.5 g | ||
| Protein | 64.9 g | 130% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 342 mg | 26% | |
| Iron | 19.3 mg | 107% | |
| Potassium | 2225 mg | 47% | |
*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.
