Whole Wheat Molasses Bread Bread Machine
Elevate your homemade bread game with this wholesome and hearty Whole Wheat Molasses Bread, crafted effortlessly in your bread machine. Bursting with the rich, earthy sweetness of molasses, this loaf combines the nutty goodness of whole wheat flour with a touch of bread flour for the perfect balance of flavor and texture. With minimal prep time and your bread machine doing all the heavy lifting, this recipe delivers delightfully soft slices that are perfect for everything from morning toast to hearty sandwiches. Designed with simplicity in mind, it uses pantry staples like vegetable oil and instant yeast, making it a go-to for any home baker. Plus, the Whole Wheat cycle ensures a perfectly golden crust with a tender, fluffy interior every time. Whether you're looking for a healthier homemade bread option or simply love the comforting aroma of freshly baked bread, this recipe is sure to become a household favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.25 cups Water
- 0.25 cups Molasses
- 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
- 1.5 teaspoons Salt
- 3 cups Whole wheat flour
- 1 cup Bread flour
- 2.25 teaspoons Instant yeast
Instructions
Measure and add the water, molasses, and vegetable oil to the bread machine pan.
Add the salt to one corner of the pan.
Add the whole wheat flour and bread flour into the pan, ensuring they fully cover the liquids.
Make a small well in the top of the flour and add the instant yeast into the well. Be sure not to allow the yeast to touch the liquid ingredients.
Place the bread pan into the bread machine and close the lid.
Select the Whole Wheat cycle. If your machine allows for crust color selection, choose 'Medium'.
Start the bread machine and allow it to knead, rise, and bake as per its programmed cycle.
Once the cycle is complete, carefully remove the bread pan and let the bread cool for 5–10 minutes in the pan.
Turn the bread out onto a wire rack and allow it to cool completely before slicing and serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2153 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 35.0 g | 45% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.3 g | 26% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 16.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3601 mg | 157% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 418.8 g | 152% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 49.2 g | 176% | |
| Total Sugars | 61.9 g | ||
| Protein | 66.0 g | 132% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 327 mg | 25% | |
| Iron | 23.5 mg | 131% | |
| Potassium | 2830 mg | 60% | |
*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.
