Soft and Delicious Two Hour Whole Wheat Bread
Experience the wholesome comfort of homemade bread with this Soft and Delicious Two Hour Whole Wheat Bread recipe. Perfectly balanced with the natural sweetness of honey and a hint of olive oil, this recipe transforms simple pantry staples into a tender, flavorful loaf that's ready in just two hours. By combining whole wheat flour with essential ingredients like milk and active dry yeast, you achieve a light, fluffy texture while maintaining the rich, nutty flavor of whole grains. The step-by-step process of kneading and proofing ensures a beautifully risen loaf, ideal for everything from hearty sandwiches to morning toast. Whether you're an experienced baker or a beginner, this quick and easy recipe will elevate your baking game and fill your kitchen with the irresistible aroma of freshly baked bread.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups Warm water
- 2 tablespoons Honey
- 2.25 teaspoons Active dry yeast
- 3.5 cups Whole wheat flour
- 1.5 teaspoons Salt
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 0.25 cup Milk
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the warm water and honey. Stir until the honey dissolves.
Sprinkle the active dry yeast over the surface of the water mixture and let it sit for 5-10 minutes until foamy.
Add 2 cups of whole wheat flour to the yeast mixture and stir until well combined. Cover the bowl with a clean kitchen towel and let it rest for 15 minutes.
Mix in the salt, olive oil, and milk. Gradually add the remaining 1.5 cups of whole wheat flour, 1/2 cup at a time, stirring until the dough starts to come together.
Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes, or until the dough is smooth and elastic. If the dough is too sticky, add a little more flour, 1 tablespoon at a time.
Place the kneaded dough in a lightly oiled bowl, turning it to coat. Cover the bowl with a towel and let the dough rise in a warm place for about 45 minutes, or until it has doubled in size.
Punch down the dough and shape it into a loaf. Place the loaf in a greased 9x5-inch loaf pan.
Cover the pan loosely with a towel and let the dough rise again in a warm place for 20-30 minutes, or until it has risen about 1 inch above the edge of the pan.
Meanwhile, preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
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 oven and let it cool in the pan for 5 minutes. Transfer the loaf to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1834 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 51.0 g | 65% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.7 g | 43% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 6 mg | 2% | |
| Sodium | 46 mg | 2% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 307.4 g | 112% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 51.1 g | 182% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.1 g | ||
| Protein | 58.0 g | 116% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.7 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 220 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 16.3 mg | 91% | |
| Potassium | 1797 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.
