Elevate your homemade bread game with this wholesome Honey Wheat Bread with Chia and Flax. Perfectly balanced with the natural sweetness of honey and a hearty combination of whole wheat and all-purpose flours, this recipe is packed with nutritious additions like chia seeds and ground flaxseed for a boost of omega-3s and fiber. The dough is simple to prepare and yields a soft, pillowy loaf with a nutty, slightly chewy texture thatβs ideal for sandwiches, toast, or enjoying with a spread of butter. With just 20 minutes of prep time and a golden, bakery-style crust, this bread is a delicious and healthy way to bring homemade goodness to your table.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the warm water and active dry yeast. Let it sit for 5 minutes until the yeast is foamy.
Stir in the honey, olive oil, and salt until everything is well combined.
Add the whole wheat flour, all-purpose flour, chia seeds, and ground flaxseed. Mix until a shaggy dough forms.
Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 8-10 minutes, or until the dough is smooth and elastic.
Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, turning to coat all sides. Cover with a clean kitchen towel and let it rise in a warm spot for 1 hour, or until it doubles in size.
Punch down the dough and shape it into a loaf. Place the loaf into a greased 9x5-inch loaf pan.
Cover the loaf with a towel and let it rise again for 30-40 minutes, or until it has risen just above the edge of the pan.
Preheat your oven to 375Β°F (190Β°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 pan and let it cool completely on a wire rack before slicing.
Calories |
2105 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 46.8 g | 60% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.7 g | 34% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 7.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2981 mg | 130% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 376.7 g | 137% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 46.8 g | 167% | |
| Total Sugars | 50.8 g | ||
| Protein | 60.5 g | 121% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 277 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 20.8 mg | 116% | |
| Potassium | 1582 mg | 34% | |
*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.