Great Honey Wheat Or White Bread Recipe

This recipe, adapted from a neighbor who bakes 8 loaves twice a week (!), yields two delicious loaves: one honey wheat and one classic white. Learn her secret to perfectly textured, golden-brown bread! This recipe is easily halved or doubled to suit your needs. Get ready to experience the satisfaction of homemade bread, perfect for sandwiches, toast, or simply enjoying on its own.

Prep Time 30 mins

Cook Time 45 mins

Calories 407.6 kcal

Protein 22g

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Ingredients for Great Honey Wheat Or White Bread

1 cup warm water
2 ¼ teaspoons active dry yeast
1 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons olive oil
⅓ cup honey
7 cups all-purpose flour
2 cups whole wheat flour
1 cup vital wheat gluten

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How to Make Great Honey Wheat Or White Bread

In a large bowl, combine 1 cup warm water (105-115°F), 2 ¼ teaspoons active dry yeast, and 1 teaspoon salt. Stir until dissolved.
Add 2 tablespoons olive oil and ⅓ cup honey. Mix well.
Gradually add 3 cups all-purpose flour, mixing until well combined.
If making wheat bread: Add 1 cup vital wheat gluten to 2 cups whole wheat flour. Gradually add this flour mixture to the dough, one cup at a time, until the dough pulls away from the sides of the bowl. If making white bread, gradually add the remaining 4 cups of all-purpose flour.
Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 5-7 minutes, until smooth and elastic.
Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, turning to coat. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled in size (about 1-1.5 hours).
Punch down the dough and divide it in half.
Shape each half into two loaves and place them in well-greased 9x5 inch loaf pans.
Preheat oven to 200°F (93°C). Place the loaves in the oven for 20 minutes.
Increase oven temperature to 350°F (177°C) and bake for an additional 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 200°F (93°C).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

32 g

Sugar

47g

Fat

Carbs

25g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Great Honey Wheat Or White Bread?

Great Honey Wheat Or White Bread takes about 75 minutes from start to finish — roughly 30 minutes to prepare and 45 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Great Honey Wheat Or White Bread?

Great Honey Wheat Or White Bread has approximately 407.6 calories per serving, with about 22 g protein, 25 g carbohydrates and 11 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Great Honey Wheat Or White Bread?

The key ingredients for Great Honey Wheat Or White Bread are Warm Water, Yeast, Salt, Oil, Honey, White Flour. See the full list with measurements above.