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Basic Whole Wheat Bread Recipe

Bake a rustic loaf of delicious, wholesome whole wheat bread with this easy recipe! Perfect for beginners, this recipe delivers a hearty and flavorful bread that's perfect for sandwiches, toast, or enjoying on its own. Get ready to enjoy the aroma of freshly baked bread in your kitchen!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 290 mins
Calories 1655.1 kcal
Protein 120g
Rating 4.3 (21 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Basic Whole Wheat Bread

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How to Make Basic Whole Wheat Bread

  1. In a large bowl, combine 1 cup warm water (105-115°F), 2 teaspoons active dry yeast, and 1 tablespoon honey or sugar. Let stand for 5-10 minutes until foamy.
  2. Add 2 cups whole wheat flour, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1 cup all-purpose flour to the yeast mixture. Stir until a shaggy dough forms.
  3. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 5-7 minutes, adding more all-purpose flour as needed, until the dough is smooth and elastic.
  4. Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, turning to coat. Cover with plastic wrap and let rise in a warm place for 1-1.5 hours, or until doubled in size.
  5. Punch down the dough and shape it into a round or oval loaf. Place the loaf in a greased 9x5 inch loaf pan.
  6. Cover the loaf pan with plastic wrap and let rise for another 30-45 minutes.
  7. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  8. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the bread is golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped on the bottom.
  9. Remove from the oven and let cool completely on a wire rack before slicing and serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

121 g

Sugar

7g

Fat

18g

Carbs

108g

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