Whole Wheat Bread with Honey
Discover the simple joy of making your own wholesome Whole Wheat Bread with Honey—an irresistibly soft, nutty loaf elevated by a touch of natural sweetness. This recipe combines pantry staples like whole wheat flour and a drizzle of golden honey to create a satisfying, heart-healthy bread that's perfect for everyday meals. The dough comes together effortlessly, with step-by-step instructions for hydrating, kneading, and rising to ensure bakery-quality results at home. Baked to a golden perfection, this homemade bread delivers warm, comforting flavors with every slice. Whether layered with your favorite sandwich toppings or slathered with butter, this recipe is a must-try for both beginner bakers and seasoned pros. Perfect for those seeking a nutritious alternative to store-bought options, this honey-sweetened bread is as wholesome as it is delicious.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups Warm water
- 0.25 cup Honey
- 1 packet Active dry yeast
- 3.5 cups Whole wheat flour
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, dissolve the honey in the warm water. Sprinkle the active dry yeast over the top and let it sit for 5-10 minutes until it becomes frothy.
Add 2 cups of the whole wheat flour into the yeast mixture and stir to combine into a thick batter. Cover the bowl with a clean towel and let it rest for 15 minutes to allow the flour to hydrate.
Mix in the salt and olive oil. Gradually add the remaining 1.5 cups of whole wheat flour, a little at a time, until the dough begins to pull away from the sides of the bowl and is no longer sticky.
Transfer the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes until the dough is smooth and elastic.
Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover it with a clean towel, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until it has doubled in size.
Punch down the dough and shape it into a loaf. Place the dough into a greased 9x5-inch loaf pan.
Cover the loaf pan with a towel and let the dough rise again in a warm place for another 30 minutes or until it has doubled in size.
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Once the dough has risen, 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.
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 |
1879 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 36.0 g | 46% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.7 g | 29% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2388 mg | 104% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 356.3 g | 130% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 52.5 g | 188% | |
| Total Sugars | 51.0 g | ||
| Protein | 59.0 g | 118% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 149 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 16.8 mg | 93% | |
| Potassium | 1874 mg | 40% | |
*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.
