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Whole Wheat Bread Recipe

A simple and healthy whole wheat bread recipe.
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Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Course: Bread
Cuisine: American
Servings: 8 slices
Calories: 180 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 3 cups whole wheat flour
  • 1 cup warm water
  • 2 tablespoon honey
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 teaspoon active dry yeast

Instructions 

  1. 1. In a mixing bowl, combine warm water, honey, and yeast. Let it sit for 5 minutes until frothy.
  2. 2. Add olive oil, salt, and whole wheat flour to the yeast mixture. Stir until a dough forms.
  3. 3. Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  4. 4. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
  5. 5. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Punch down the dough and shape it into a loaf. Place it in a greased loaf pan.
  6. 6. Bake for 30 minutes or until the bread sounds hollow when tapped.
  7. 7. Let the bread cool on a wire rack before slicing.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 180kcal | Carbohydrates: 34g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 0.5g | Sodium: 200mg | Potassium: 120mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 4g | Calcium: 20mg | Iron: 2mg

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Whole Wheat Bread
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