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Honey Whole Wheat Bread
Enjoy the wholesome goodness of homemade honey whole wheat bread, perfect for sandwiches or toast.
Ingredients
Dough
- 1.5 cups warm water (100-110℉/ 38-42℃)
- 0.33 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 0.33 cup honey
- 4.5 cups whole wheat flour ((576 grams))
- 0.25 cup vital wheat gluten (optional)
- 2 teaspoons kosher salt (see note)
- 1 tablespoon active dry yeast
Instructions
- Combine warm water, yeast, honey, and olive oil; let sit until frothy, about 5 minutes.
- Mix in whole wheat flour, vital wheat gluten (if using), and salt to form a dough.
- Knead the dough until smooth, about 8-10 minutes.
- Let the dough rise in a warm place until doubled in size, about 1 hour.
- Shape the dough into a loaf, place in a greased pan, and let rise for 30 minutes.
- Bake at 375℉ (190℃) for 35 minutes until golden brown.
Notes
For a softer crust, cover the bread with a damp towel during the first rise.