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Soft 100% Whole Wheat Sandwich Bread
This homemade whole wheat bread is soft, hearty, and perfect for sandwiches. Easy to make with simple ingredients.
Ingredients
Dough
- 6 to 6½ cups whole wheat flour (*)
- 2½ cups warm water ((105-110°F))
- 1½ tablespoons instant active dry yeast ((OR regular))
- 1/4 to 1/3 cup honey (or sugar or molasses)
- 1/3 cup oil (***)
- 2½ teaspoons salt
- 1½ tablespoons vital wheat gluten (OPTIONAL)
Instructions
- Combine water, yeast, and 2 cups of flour; let sponge for 15-20 minutes until bubbly.
- Add honey, oil, salt, gluten (if using), and 4 cups of flour; mix until dough cleans sides. Knead 6-7 minutes.
- Divide dough into two loaves; place in greased pans. Let rise 50-60 minutes until 1/2 to 1 inch above pans.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake loaves for 30 minutes, rotating if needed.
- Remove from pans; cool on racks. Let cool completely before slicing.
Notes
Ensure not to overproof the dough to prevent collapse during baking.