Description
Indulge in the warm, nutty flavor of homemade whole wheat bread, perfect for novice bakers and ideal for any meal or snack.
Ingredients
Scale
- Key Ingredients
- 3 cups whole wheat flour
- 1 packet (2 ¼ tsp) active dry yeast
- 1 ½ cups warm water (110°F / 43°C)
- 2 tbsp honey or sugar
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Instructions
- 1. Activate the Yeast: In a small bowl, combine warm water, honey (or sugar), and active dry yeast. Allow it to sit for 5-10 minutes until frothy.
- 2. Mix the Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together whole wheat flour and salt.
- 3. Combine Wet and Dry: Add the frothy yeast mixture and olive oil to the dry ingredients. Stir until a shaggy dough forms.
- 4. Knead: Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- 5. First Rise: Place the dough in an oiled bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm area for about an hour or until doubled in size.
- 6. Shape and Second Rise: Punch down the risen dough, shape it into a loaf, place it in a greased loaf pan, cover again, and let it rise for another 30-45 minutes.
- 7. Bake: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake for about 30-35 minutes or until golden brown on top and sounds hollow when tapped on the bottom.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice / 28g
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 1g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: <0.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg