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Beginner’s 100% Whole Wheat Sandwich Loaf

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Beginner’s 100% Whole Wheat Sandwich Loaf bakes into a tender yet sturdy crumb with a gentle sweetness from honey and the nutty depth of whole wheat. It’s perfect for everyday toast, hearty sandwiches, or alongside soups, delivering wholesome flavor without heaviness. Serve warm the day it’s baked, and enjoy its softness even after a day or two.

  • Prep40 mins
  • Cook40 mins
  • Serves12
  • DifficultyEasy
Beginner’s 100% Whole Wheat Sandwich Loaf
  1. 1

    Combine warm water, honey, and yeast in the bowl of a stand mixer; let it sit until foamy, about 5 minutes.

  2. 2

    Add 4 cups whole wheat flour, olive oil, and salt. Mix on low with the dough hook until just combined.

  3. 3

    Cover the bowl and let the dough rest for 15 minutes to start gluten development.

  4. 4

    Knead the dough on medium speed until smooth and elastic and the sides of the bowl are clean, about 7 minutes.

  5. 5

    Cover the bowl and let the dough rise in a warm, draft-free spot until doubled in size, about 1 hour.

  6. 6

    Lightly grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan. Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface, shape it into a loaf, and place it seam-side down in the prepared pan.

  7. 7

    Let the dough rise until it domes 1 inch above the rim of the pan, about 1 hour.

  8. 8

    Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Bake the loaf in the preheated oven until golden brown and it sounds hollow when tapped, 40 to 45 minutes.

  9. 9

    Remove the loaf from the pan immediately and cool it completely on a wire rack before slicing.