Sweet Honey French Bread
Soft, golden, and lightly sweetened, this Sweet Honey French Bread is a bakery-worthy delight that's perfect for any occasion. Made with pantry staples like all-purpose flour and a touch of honey, this recipe strikes a delicate balance between sweetness and savory notes, making it ideal for both breakfast spreads and hearty sandwiches. The dough is kneaded to perfection for a smooth, elastic texture and given time to rise for an airy, fluffy crumb. A glossy egg wash creates a beautifully crisp, golden crust, while the natural sweetness of honey enhances the flavor with every bite. Ready in under two hours and yielding two irresistible loaves, this homemade bread is as versatile as it is satisfying. Whether served warm with butter or used for artisanal toasts, this French bread is sure to impress both novice and seasoned bakers.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups All-purpose flour
- 1.5 cups Warm water (110°F/43°C)
- 1 packet Active dry yeast
- 3 tablespoons Honey
- 2 teaspoons Salt
- 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
- 1 large Egg white
- 1 tablespoon Water
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the warm water and honey. Sprinkle the packet of active dry yeast over the top and let it sit for 5-10 minutes until the mixture becomes frothy.
Add the salt, vegetable oil, and 3 cups of all-purpose flour to the yeast mixture. Stir until the dough starts to come together.
Gradually add the remaining 1 cup of flour, a little at a time, until the dough is soft but not sticky.
Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and knead for 8-10 minutes until the dough is smooth and elastic.
Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover with a clean kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until it has doubled in size.
Punch the dough down and divide it into two equal portions. Shape each portion into a loaf and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
Cover the loaves with the kitchen towel again and let them rise for another 30 minutes, or until they double in size.
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Whisk together the egg white and 1 tablespoon of water to create an egg wash. Brush it over the tops of the risen loaves for a shiny, golden crust.
Bake the loaves in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until they are golden brown and sound hollow when tapped on the bottom.
Remove the loaves from the oven and let them cool on a wire rack before slicing.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2201 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 31.1 g | 40% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.5 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 16.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 4790 mg | 208% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 421.7 g | 153% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.5 g | 52% | |
| Total Sugars | 52.9 g | ||
| Protein | 56.1 g | 112% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 74 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 22.9 mg | 127% | |
| Potassium | 742 mg | 16% | |
*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.
