Whole Wheat Bread
Discover the wholesome goodness of homemade Whole Wheat Bread, a hearty and nutritious staple perfect for any meal of the day. This simple, beginner-friendly recipe combines the nutty flavor of whole wheat flour with a touch of natural sweetness from honey, creating a loaf that’s both soft and flavorful. With just a few pantry staples like olive oil and active dry yeast, you’ll master the art of breadmaking—no fancy equipment required. The dough is kneaded to perfection for a tender, smooth crumb and baked until golden brown, filling your kitchen with an irresistible aroma. Whether you slice it for morning toast, craft hearty sandwiches, or serve it warm with a pat of butter, this Whole Wheat Bread is a delicious, guilt-free way to embrace homemade baking. Perfectly versatile, easy to prepare, and packed with fiber, this recipe is a must-try for healthy bread lovers!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups Warm water (110°F or 45°C)
- 3 tablespoons Honey
- 2.25 teaspoons Active dry yeast
- 3.5 cups Whole wheat flour
- 1.5 teaspoons Salt
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 0.25 cups Additional whole wheat flour (for kneading)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the warm water and honey. Stir until the honey dissolves completely.
Sprinkle the active dry yeast over the water-honey mixture and let it sit for 5-10 minutes, until it becomes frothy.
Add the whole wheat flour, salt, and olive oil to the yeast mixture, and mix until a rough dough forms.
Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 8-10 minutes, adding additional whole wheat flour as needed, until the dough becomes smooth and elastic.
Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, turning it once to coat all sides. Cover the bowl with a clean kitchen towel and let it rise in a warm place for 1 to 1.5 hours, or until the dough has doubled in size.
Punch down the dough to release the air, then shape it into a loaf. Place the shaped loaf into a greased 9x5-inch loaf pan.
Cover the pan with a towel and let the dough rise again for 30-40 minutes, or until it has risen about 1-2 inches above the rim 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 pan and let it cool on a wire rack before slicing and serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1996 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 36.7 g | 47% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.9 g | 30% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3569 mg | 155% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 381.5 g | 139% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 55.9 g | 200% | |
| Total Sugars | 53.8 g | ||
| Protein | 63.2 g | 126% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 159 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 17.8 mg | 99% | |
| Potassium | 1982 mg | 42% | |
*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.
