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Easy Soft & Fluffy Honey Whole Wheat Sandwich Bread

A freshly baked loaf of soft whole wheat bread, sliced to show the airy crumb structure, resting on a white plate.
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Bake a soft, wholesome loaf of homemade whole wheat bread using this simple recipe. It is perfect for beginners and yields a fluffy texture ideal for daily sandwiches and toast.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup warm water (105-115°F)
  • 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
  • 3 cups whole wheat flour, plus more for dusting
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, dissolve the yeast in the warm water. Let it sit for 5 minutes until foamy.
  2. Stir the honey and softened butter into the yeast mixture. Add the salt.
  3. Gradually mix in the whole wheat flour until a shaggy dough forms. Add the all-purpose flour gradually until the dough comes together.
  4. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Knead for 6 to 8 minutes until the dough is smooth and elastic. It will feel slightly softer than standard white bread dough.
  5. Lightly grease a large bowl. Place the dough in the bowl, turning to coat. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a clean kitchen towel.
  6. Let the dough rise in a warm place for 1 to 1.5 hours, or until doubled in size. This is your first rise.
  7. Gently punch down the risen dough. Shape it into a loaf and place it in a greased 9×5 inch loaf pan.
  8. Cover the loaf pan loosely and let it rise again in a warm place for 45 to 60 minutes, or until the dough has crowned about 1 inch above the rim of the pan. This is your second rise.
  9. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) during the last 15 minutes of the second rise.
  10. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 190°F (88°C).
  11. Remove the loaf from the pan immediately and cool completely on a wire rack before slicing.

Notes

  • For a softer crust, brush the top of the loaf with melted butter immediately after removing it from the oven.
  • If you want 100 percent whole wheat bread, substitute the 1/2 cup of all-purpose flour with an additional 1/2 cup of whole wheat flour, but you may need to add 1-2 extra tablespoons of water if the dough seems too stiff.
  • This bread is excellent for healthy sandwich bread and freezes well once completely cooled.

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