Description
Honey Wheat Bread is a wholesome and nutritious breakfast bread combining the hearty texture of whole wheat flour with the natural sweetness of honey. It is soft, easy to make, and perfect toasted or fresh, making it a delicious and satisfying staple to start your day.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 3 cups whole wheat flour
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast (1 packet)
- 1 1/4 cups warm water (110°F to 115°F)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil or melted butter
- 1 teaspoon salt
Optional Additions
- Seeds or grains for topping (flaxseeds, oats, sunflower, sesame, chia seeds)
- Chopped nuts (walnuts, almonds)
- Spices (cinnamon, nutmeg, cardamom)
- Dried fruit bits (raisins, cranberries, chopped dates)
Instructions
- Activate the Yeast: Warm your water to about 110°F to 115°F—perfect for waking up the yeast without killing it. Stir in your yeast and a teaspoon of honey, then let it sit for 5–10 minutes until frothy and bubbly.
- Mix the Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine whole wheat flour, salt, the remaining honey, olive oil, and the activated yeast mixture. Stir until a rough dough forms.
- Knead the Dough: Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead vigorously for 8–10 minutes until smooth and elastic. A well-kneaded dough will spring back when poked gently.
- First Rise: Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover it with a damp cloth or plastic wrap, and let it rise in a warm place for 1 to 1.5 hours until doubled in size.
- Shape and Second Rise: Punch down the dough to release air, shape it into a loaf, and place it in your greased bread pan. Cover again, letting it rise for 30–45 minutes until puffed and nearly doubled.
- Bake to Perfection: Preheat your oven to 375°F and bake the bread for 30–35 minutes until golden brown on top and hollow-sounding when tapped underneath. Allow it to cool before slicing.
Notes
- Use warm, not hot water to activate yeast; too hot water can kill the yeast.
- Knead dough well to develop gluten for a perfect crumb and structure.
- Allow the dough enough time to double in size to ensure a light, airy texture.
- Brush melted butter on warm bread after baking for a softer crust.
- Test bread doneness by tapping the bottom to hear a hollow sound.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (about 1/12 of loaf)
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 0.3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1.7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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