Honey Wheat Bread

Enjoy the wholesome goodness of this Honey Wheat Bread, a versatile everyday loaf with a touch of natural sweetness from honey. This recipe yields a soft, tender crumb and a golden-brown crust that's perfect for sandwiches, toasts, and everything in between.

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Total Time 3

Course Anytime Food

Cuisine American

Servings Loaf

Equipment

Stand mixer with dough hook attachment (or mixing bowl and wooden spoon) https://amzn.to/47vskS2

Loaf pan (9x5 inches) https://amzn.to/447C9T7

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Ingredients

1 cup 240 ml warm water (110°F/43°C)
2 tablespoons 30 g active dry yeast
¼ cup 85 g honey
1 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons 28 g unsalted butter, melted
2 cups 240 g all-purpose flour
1 ¾ cups 210 g whole wheat flour

Instructions

In the bowl of a stand mixer, combine warm water, active dry yeast, and a pinch of sugar. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes until foamy.
Add honey, salt, and melted butter to the yeast mixture. Mix with the dough hook attachment on low speed until combined.
Gradually add all-purpose flour and whole wheat flour while mixing on low speed. Once the dough comes together, increase the speed to medium and knead for about 5-7 minutes until the dough is smooth and elastic.
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.
Punch down the risen dough and turn it out onto a lightly floured surface. Shape it into a rectangle and then roll it up tightly, starting from one end.
Place the rolled dough seam-side down into a greased 9x5-inch loaf pan. Cover with a damp cloth and let it rise for another 30-45 minutes.
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake the bread for 35-40 minutes or until the top is golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped.
Use a kitchen thermometer to check the internal temperature of the bread, it should register around 200°F (93°C).
Remove the bread from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

For a sweeter variation, you can add 1/2 cup of raisins or chopped nuts to the dough.
Ensure the water temperature is accurate for yeast activation.
Make sure the bread is fully cooled before slicing to prevent a gummy texture.
Enjoy your freshly baked Honey Wheat Bread as a delightful addition to your meals or as a satisfying snack!