Honey Whole Grain Bread
Soft, wholesome, and lightly sweetened, this Honey Whole Grain Bread recipe is the perfect blend of hearty and delicious! Made with a mix of whole wheat and all-purpose flour, this bread delivers a rich, nutty flavor while remaining delightfully tender. The natural sweetness of honey not only adds depth but also helps create a beautifully golden crust. With simple ingredients like warm water, active dry yeast, and a touch of vegetable oil, this no-fuss recipe is approachable for both beginners and seasoned bakers. Kneaded to perfection and baked to a golden-brown finish, this homemade bread is perfect for sandwiches, toast, or as a comforting accompaniment to soups and stews. With a prep time of just 20 minutes (excluding rising), it's an easy way to fill your home with the irresistible aroma of freshly baked bread.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups warm water
- 2.25 teaspoons active dry yeast
- 0.25 cups honey
- 0.25 cups vegetable oil
- 2.5 cups whole wheat flour
- 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 1.5 teaspoons salt
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the warm water and honey. Stir until the honey is dissolved.
Sprinkle the active dry yeast over the water mixture. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes, or until it becomes foamy, indicating the yeast is activated.
Add the vegetable oil, whole wheat flour, and salt to the bowl. Stir until a loose dough starts to form.
Gradually add the all-purpose flour, about 1/2 cup at a time, mixing well after each addition. When the dough becomes too stiff to stir, turn it out onto a lightly floured surface.
Knead the dough for about 8-10 minutes, or until it is smooth and elastic. If the dough is sticky, sprinkle a little more all-purpose flour as needed.
Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl, turning to coat all sides. Cover the bowl with a clean kitchen towel and let the dough rise in a warm spot for about 1 hour, or until it has doubled in size.
Punch down the risen dough and turn it out onto a lightly floured surface. Shape the dough into a loaf and place it in a greased 9x5-inch loaf pan.
Cover the bread with the towel again and let it rise for an additional 30-40 minutes, or until it has risen slightly above the rim of the pan.
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake the bread for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the loaf sounds hollow when tapped.
Remove the bread from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 5 minutes. Then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2324 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 59.8 g | 77% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.7 g | 43% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 33.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3565 mg | 155% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 406.7 g | 148% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 42.8 g | 153% | |
| Total Sugars | 50.8 g | ||
| Protein | 61.6 g | 123% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 132 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 20.4 mg | 113% | |
| 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.
