Whole Wheat Bread in the Bread Machine
Elevate your homemade bread game with this foolproof Whole Wheat Bread in the Bread Machine recipe! Crafted with wholesome ingredients like whole wheat flour, a touch of honey for natural sweetness, and heart-healthy olive oil, this bread is as nutritious as it is delicious. The addition of vital wheat gluten ensures a soft, fluffy texture that rivals bakery-quality loaves. Simply load the ingredients into your bread machine and let it handle all the work—from kneading to baking—while you enjoy the aroma of freshly baked bread filling your home. Perfect for sandwiches, toast, or enjoyed on its own, this 4-hour recipe is ideal for busy days or meal prep. With minimal effort and maximum flavor, this bread will quickly become a household favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.25 cups warm water
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 3 cups whole wheat flour
- 1 tablespoon vital wheat gluten
- 1.25 teaspoons instant yeast
Instructions
Add the ingredients to your bread machine in the exact order specified by the manufacturer. For most machines, this means adding the wet ingredients first (warm water, olive oil, honey) followed by the dry ingredients (salt, whole wheat flour, vital wheat gluten).
Make a small well in the center of the dry ingredients and add the instant yeast to avoid direct contact with the liquid during the mixing process.
Place the bread pan into the bread machine and select the 'Whole Wheat' bread setting. If your machine has a crust setting, you can choose your preferred option (light, medium, or dark).
Start the bread machine and let it complete the kneading, rising, and baking cycles. The entire process should take roughly 4 hours depending on your machine's program.
When the bread is finished baking, carefully remove the bread pan from the machine and let the bread rest in the pan for 5-10 minutes.
Turn the bread out onto a wire rack to cool completely before slicing and serving.
Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or freeze for longer storage.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1703 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 34.9 g | 45% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.6 g | 28% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2385 mg | 104% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 315.5 g | 115% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 45.0 g | 161% | |
| Total Sugars | 53.4 g | ||
| Protein | 55.2 g | 110% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 138 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 14.8 mg | 82% | |
| Potassium | 1542 mg | 33% | |
*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.
