Our Favorite Wheat Bread

Soft, hearty, and irresistibly wholesome, "Our Favorite Wheat Bread" is the ultimate homemade bread recipe for your kitchen. Made with a perfect blend of whole wheat and all-purpose flour, this loaf boasts a nutty, rich flavor enhanced by the sweetness of honey and the subtle depth of olive oil. Designed to be both beginner-friendly and full-flavored, the recipe takes you step-by-step through creating a tender dough that rises to perfection before baking to a golden-brown crust. With just 20 minutes of prep time and straightforward techniques like kneading and proofing, this bread is ideal for sandwiches, toast, or as a standalone snack. Whether you’re a seasoned baker or new to bread-making, this recipe is your go-to for soft, satisfying wheat bread made fresh at home.

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups warm water
• 2.25 teaspoons active dry yeast
• 3 tablespoons honey
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 1.5 teaspoons salt
• 3.5 cups whole wheat flour
• 1 cup all-purpose flour

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the warm water, active dry yeast, and honey. Stir gently and let the mixture sit for 5-10 minutes until it becomes foamy.

Step 2

Add the olive oil and salt to the yeast mixture, stirring to combine.

Step 3

Gradually add the whole wheat flour, one cup at a time, mixing well after each addition.

Step 4

Stir in the all-purpose flour until the dough becomes too stiff to mix with a spoon.

Step 5

Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead it for 8-10 minutes, adding a little more flour as needed, until the dough is smooth and elastic.

Step 6

Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, turning it once to coat all sides. Cover the bowl with a clean kitchen towel or plastic wrap and let the dough rise in a warm, draft-free place for 1-1.5 hours, or until it has doubled in size.

Step 7

Punch down the dough and turn it out onto a floured surface. Shape it into a loaf and place it in a greased 9x5-inch loaf pan.

Step 8

Cover the loaf with a towel and let it rise for another 30-45 minutes, or until it has doubled in size again.

Step 9

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) during the second rise.

Step 10

Bake the bread in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the loaf is golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped on the bottom.

Step 11

Remove the bread from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 5 minutes. Then, transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1021.1 grams (1021.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2453

Total Fat 51.20g	66%
Saturated Fat 8.10g	41%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.00g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3571mg	155%
Total Carbohydrate 450.70g	164%
Dietary Fiber 55.80g	199%
Total Sugars 54.00g
Protein 71.40g	143%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 165mg	13%
Iron 23mg	125%
Potassium 2006mg	43%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 18.1%

Protein: 11.2%

Carbs: 70.7%