Homemade Brown Bread
Experience the comforting aroma and wholesome goodness of Homemade Brown Bread, a delightful blend of earthy whole wheat and smooth all-purpose flour. This easy-to-follow recipe strikes the perfect balance between nutrition and flavor, sweetened naturally with a touch of honey and brown sugar. With a soft, airy crumb and just the right amount of chew, this brown bread is a versatile staple, perfect for sandwiches, toast, or as a side to hearty soups and stews. The recipe utilizes a straightforward kneading technique and two gentle rises to create a perfectly textured loaf, while olive oil adds a subtle richness. Spend just 25 minutes of prep time to create a homemade bread that’s as rewarding to bake as it is to eat, with a golden crust that’s sure to impress at any meal. Bake this wholesome bread today and enjoy the unbeatable taste of homemade goodness!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 cups Whole wheat flour
- 1 cup All-purpose flour
- 1.5 cups Warm water
- 2.25 teaspoons Dry active yeast
- 3 tablespoons Brown sugar
- 1.5 teaspoons Salt
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Honey
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the warm water, brown sugar, and yeast. Stir gently and let it sit for 5-10 minutes until the mixture is frothy.
Add the olive oil, honey, and salt to the yeast mixture. Stir until combined.
Gradually add the whole wheat flour, one cup at a time, mixing well after each addition. Add the all-purpose flour last, continuing to mix until a cohesive dough forms.
Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic. If the dough is sticky, sprinkle a small amount of additional flour as needed while kneading.
Place the kneaded dough in a lightly oiled bowl, turning it to coat all sides with oil. Cover the bowl with a clean kitchen towel and let it rise in a warm place for 1-1.5 hours, or until the dough has doubled in size.
Punch down the risen dough and shape it into a loaf. Place the loaf in a greased 9x5-inch bread pan.
Cover the loaf pan with the kitchen towel and let it rise again for 30-40 minutes, or until the dough rises just above the edge of the pan.
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) during the second rise.
Bake the bread in the preheated oven for 25-30 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 |
2161 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 36.1 g | 46% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.7 g | 29% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3574 mg | 155% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 416.3 g | 151% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 48.5 g | 173% | |
| Total Sugars | 62.6 g | ||
| Protein | 63.3 g | 127% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 166 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 20.2 mg | 112% | |
| Potassium | 1785 mg | 38% | |
*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.
