Description
Indulge in the comforting aroma and delightful taste of freshly baked whole wheat bread, a wholesome treat perfect for any occasion!
Ingredients
Scale
- Key Ingredients:
- 3 cups whole wheat flour
- 1 ½ cups warm water (around 110°F)
- 2 ¼ tsp active dry yeast
- 2 tbsp honey or sugar
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Instructions:
- 1. Prepare Your Yeast: In a bowl, combine warm water with active dry yeast and honey or sugar. Let it sit for about five minutes until frothy.
- 2. Combine Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together whole wheat flour and salt. Make a well in the center and pour in the frothy yeast mixture along with olive oil.
- 3. Mix It Up: Using your hands or a wooden spoon, mix until everything comes together into a shaggy dough.
- 4. Knead the Dough: Transfer the dough onto a floured surface and knead for about ten minutes until smooth and elastic.
- 5. First Rise: Place the kneaded dough in an oiled bowl, cover with a damp towel, and let it rise in a warm spot for about an hour or until doubled in size.
- 6. Shape and Second Rise: Punch down the risen dough, shape it into a loaf, and place it in a greased loaf pan. Cover again with the towel and let it rise for another half hour.
- 7. Bake: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake the loaf for approximately 30-35 minutes until golden brown.
- 8. Cool and Serve: Allow the bread to cool on a wire rack before slicing. Enjoy as toast or part of your favorite sandwich!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (45g)
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg