Simple Homemade Whole Wheat Bread Recipe

This easy whole wheat bread recipe is perfect for those who want to enjoy the goodness of freshly baked bread without any added preservatives. Made with whole wheat flour, honey, and a hint of olive oil, this bread is moist, flavorful, and nutritious. It requires minimal ingredients and preparation time, making it a convenient and healthy choice for your daily meals. Follow this step-by-step recipe to bake a loaf of soft and hearty whole wheat bread that will surely impress your family and friends.

Ingredients

• 3 cups whole wheat flour
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 1/4 teaspoons instant yeast
• 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 1 1/2 cups warm water

Directions

1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the whole wheat flour, all-purpose flour, instant yeast, and salt.
2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the honey, olive oil, and warm water until well combined.
3. Pour the liquid mixture into the dry ingredients and stir until a shaggy dough forms.
4. Transfer the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 5-7 minutes, or until the dough becomes smooth and elastic.
5. Shape the dough into a ball and place it in a greased bowl. Cover with a damp cloth and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
6. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
7. Once the dough has risen, punch it down gently to release the air. Transfer it to a lightly floured surface and shape it into a loaf.
8. Place the shaped loaf into a greased 9x5-inch loaf pan. Cover with the damp cloth and let it rise for another 30-45 minutes, or until it has risen slightly above the edge of the pan.
9. Bake the bread in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the top turns golden brown and the loaf sounds hollow when tapped on the bottom.
10. Remove the bread from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 5 minutes. Then, transfer it onto a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

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