Whole Wheat Bread
It's easy to make whole wheat bread! This no-fail homemade bread recipe bakes up golden brown into a wholesome loaf with a soft, hearty texture perfect for sandwiches.
32 Servings
| Nutrition (1 serv.) | Amount | Nutrition (1 serv.) | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 106 kcal | Sugar | 3 g |
| Carbs | 17 g | Cholesterol | 6 mg |
| Protein | 3 g | Sodium | 244 mg |
| Fat | 2 g | Fiber | 1 g |
| Sugar | 3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 6 mg | ||
| Sodium | 244 mg | ||
| Fiber | 1 g |
Prep Time: 20 min Cook Time: 25 min Total Time: 135 min
Ingredients
2 cups warm water
1 Tablespoon active dry yeast
3 Tablespoons coconut sugar , can substitute with white sugar or honey
¼ cup melted butter
1 Tablespoon salt
¼ cup honey
½ cup evaporated milk
3-4 cups whole wheat flour , can also use all white whole wheat flour
2 cups all-purpose flour , can also use all white whole wheat flour
3 Tablespoons vital wheat gluten , optional
2 Tablespoons butter , melted (for topping)
Instructions
Place the yeast and sugar in a small bowl. Pour the warm water (not too hot) over the yeast mixture and let it sit for about 10 minutes, or until nice and bubbly.
Combine the melted butter, honey, evaporated milk and salt into a large mixing bowl. When your yeast mixture is ready, add them together and mix.
If you are using a stand mixer, attach the bread hook and then pour in 3 cups of flour (and the wheat gluten if using). Stir/knead it as well. Then add in 1 cup of flour at a time and mix. When you get to 5 cups of flour in the bowl, add in 1/2 cup more of flour at a time until the dough is no longer sticking to the sides. You’ll know it’s ready when your fingers no longer stick to the dough.
Then coat the ball of dough and sides of the bowl with butter and cover the bowl with a warm towel. Set by the window and allow it it rise (about 1-1.5 hours). When it has risen over the bowl, punch it down and place on a floured surface.
Knead the dough for 2-3 minutes.
Cut dough into two pieces and roll both out into a rectangle. Roll the dough up and tuck the ends under. Then place into 2 greased bread pans (8×4 or 9×5 will work).
Let the bread rise again, and when it looks like a good loaf size, place them in the oven at 375°F for 25-35 minutes. When the bread is done, it will sound hollow when tapped on. Coat the top with butter and remove onto a cooling rack.