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Simple Honey Wheat Bread

Simple Honey Wheat Bread
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Simple Honey Wheat Bread is a warm and inviting recipe that fills your home with the comforting aroma of freshly baked bread. This delightful loaf blends half whole wheat flour with half bread flour, providing a nutritious and delicious option perfect for any occasion—whether it’s family dinners or casual breakfasts. It’s simple enough for beginner bakers yet satisfying enough to impress seasoned pros. Enjoy this versatile bread fresh from the oven, toasted, or paired with your favorite spreads for a wholesome treat.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups warm milk (110-115°F)
  • 1–1/2 Tbsp instant yeast
  • 1 tsp sugar
  • 1/2 cup warm water
  • 2–1/2 cups whole wheat flour
  • 3 to 3-1/2 cups bread flour
  • 3 Tbsp shortening (preferably butter flavored)
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 1 Tbsp salt
  • Egg wash: 1 egg whisked with 1 Tbsp water

Instructions

  1. Activate the yeast by mixing warm milk, yeast, and sugar; let sit for 5 minutes.
  2. In a mixer, combine the yeast mixture with warm water, whole wheat flour, 3 cups of bread flour, shortening, honey, and salt.
  3. Knead on low speed until a soft dough forms; add more flour as needed.
  4. Let the dough rise in a warm place until doubled in size (about an hour).
  5. Shape the dough into loaves and let them rise again for 30 minutes.
  6. Preheat oven to 350°F and bake loaves for about 30 minutes or until internal temperature reaches 190°F.

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