Everyday Honey Whole Wheat Loaf

1. 1

   Assemble all the ingredients.

2. 2

   In a large bowl, combine warm water, yeast, and 1/3 cup honey, stirring to dissolve.

3. 3

   Add 5 cups bread flour and stir to mix.

4. 4

   Let the mixture rest for 30 minutes, or until it becomes large and bubbly.

5. 5

   Stir in 3 tablespoons melted butter, the remaining 1/3 cup honey, and salt. Mix in 2 cups whole wheat flour.

6. 6

   Move the dough to a floured work surface and slowly knead in the remaining 2 cups whole wheat flour.

7. 7

   Knead until the dough begins to pull away from the work surface, adding more whole wheat flour if needed; it should feel slightly tacky but not overly sticky.

8. 8

   Place the dough in a greased bowl, turning once to coat its surface.

9. 9

   Cover with a dish towel and let rise in a warm spot until doubled, 45 minutes to 1 hour.

10. 10

    Grease three 9x5-inch loaf pans. Punch down the dough and divide it into 3 loaves.

11. 11

    Set the loaves in the prepared pans and let rise until the dough crowns the pans by one inch, another 45 minutes to 1 hour.

12. 12

    Meanwhile, preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Bake the risen loaves in the preheated oven until golden brown for 25 to 30 minutes; do not overbake.

13. 13

    When finished, lightly brush the tops of the loaves with the remaining 2 tablespoons melted butter to keep the crust from hardening.

14. 14

    Let cool completely. Enjoy!

• Calories 161.76 kcal Moderate
• Protein 5.29 g Moderate
• Carbs 31.66 g Moderate
• Total Fat 1.83 g Low Source
• Saturated Fat 0.98 g Low Source
• Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
• Cholesterol 4.0 mg Low Source
• Sodium 1.69 mg Low Source
• Fiber 3.04 g Moderate
• Sugar 5.58 g Moderate
• Added Sugar 0.83 g Low Source
• Calcium 5.7 mg Low Source
• Iron 1.14 mg Low Source
• Potassium 72.27 mg Low Source
• Vitamin A 16.86 mcg_rae Low Source
• Vitamin C 0.0 mg Low Source
• Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source

Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.

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