Are you searching for a wholesome and delicious bread recipe that delivers a moist, light, and fluffy texture while incorporating the goodness of whole wheat? Look no further! In this article, we'll guide you through the process of creating the perfect loaf of moist light and fluffy whole wheat bread. Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting out, we'll provide you with the necessary tips, tricks, and a carefully curated recipe to ensure success in your bread-making endeavor. With a combination of simple ingredients and a step-by-step guide, you'll be able to bake a loaf of bread that's not only nutritious but also a delight to the senses. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey that will leave you with a loaf of bread that's sure to impress family and friends alike.
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MOIST, LIGHT, & FLUFFY WHOLE WHEAT BREAD
After trying Kim's (my sister-in-law) moist wheat bread, I HAD to have the recipe! It was delish! You HAVE to follow this recipe to a "T" if you want it to be moist, light, & fluffy... Don't substitute or skip any of the ingredients. I had to order the SAF yeast and Dough Enhancer from www.beprepared.com (which took a few days to get delivered, but it was worth it). The vital wheat gluten is VITAL! This is the best whole wheat bread I've ever eaten - even better than specialty bread store's bread!
Provided by Sweet Chef Shelly
Categories Yeast Breads
Time 40m
Yield 3 loaves, 48 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a medium-sized bowl, put 4 cups of the flour, the yeast, the dough enhancer, the vital wheat gluten, and the salt.
- In the mixer bowl (I mix mine in a Bosch mixer), put water, oil, honey, and lecithin.
- Add the dry ingredients from the bowl to the liquid in the mixer bowl.
- Beat with wire attachment until it forms a smooth batter. (About 3 minutes.)
- Place the dough hook on the mixer.
- Gradually add more flour and mix until it forms a soft dough. Continue mixing for about 10 minutes to knead the dough.
- Remove the dough from the bowl and form it into 3 loaves.
- Place in PAM-sprayed bread pans and spray the top of the loaves with PAM and allow to rise for about one hour.
- Preheat your oven to 350* and Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.
- ** If you don't use all white-wheat flour, cut down on the baking time as it will brown more quickly. **You can use red wheat flour, but it is slightly heavier. I prefer using all white wheat flour or 1/2 white wheat and 1/2 red wheat flour, but any flour will work.
WHOLE WHEAT BREAD - HOW TO MAKE WITH TANGZHONG METHOD
The biggest challenge of making whole wheat bread is to get the soft, and fluffy texture with good volume.I want to share with you how do we make our whole wheat loaf in our cafe, by using the TangZhong method similar to the Japanese milk buns.This method may not be the textbook way, but I hope you will find it interesting! Best of all, it works very well.
Provided by KP Kwan
Categories Recipes
Time 3h35m
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Measure the white flour in a small pot.
- Add cold water and place over low heat and heat it until the starch turns semi-translucent and thicken.
- Remove from heat. Let it cools before adding to the dough.
- Scale the water and the flour required into the mixing bowl.
- Mix gently to autolyze at room temperature for two hours. (Note: I found using only water and flour to autolyze yields a better result, so this step is different from what is shown in the video which aI made earlier.)
- After two hours, combine the water/flour with tangzhong, sugar, salt, and yeast, and butter.
- Use the food processor to blend it for one minute.
- Let it ferment at room temperature until it doubles its size.
- Divide the dough to the desired amount for each loaf. Rest for fifteen minutes.
- Roll out the dough and then shape it into loaves or buns.
- Let it rise at room temperature until it doubles its size.
- Brush the loaf with egg wash or water before baking.
- Bake the bread at 175°C/350°F.for thirty-five minutes or until the top turns golden brown.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 1132 calories, Carbohydrate 217 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 32 milligrams cholesterol, Fat 16 grams fat, Fiber 15 grams fiber, Protein 32 grams protein, SaturatedFat 8 grams saturated fat, ServingSize 2 loaves, Sodium 2053 milligrams sodium, Sugar 15 grams sugar, TransFat 0 grams trans fat, UnsaturatedFat 6 grams unsaturated fat
SOFT AND FLUFFY WHOLE WHEAT BREAD
Make and share this Soft and Fluffy Whole Wheat Bread recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Jen in Victoria
Categories Breads
Time 2h53m
Yield 1 loaf, 12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Combine all ingredients in a breadmaker, or use a stand mixer until a soft and springy dough forms.
- Cover and let rise for 1 hour.
- Shape and place in greased loaf pan.
- Cover and let rise another hour.
- Bake in preheated 375 degree oven for 38 minutes. Makes one 1.5 lb loaf.
SIMPLE WHOLE WHEAT BREAD
Simply a great-tasting and easy-to-make whole wheat bread.
Provided by Nita Crabb
Categories Bread Yeast Bread Recipes Whole Grain Bread Recipes Wheat Bread
Time 3h
Yield 36
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a large bowl, mix warm water, yeast, and 1/3 cup honey. Add 5 cups white bread flour, and stir to combine. Let set for 30 minutes, or until big and bubbly.
- Mix in 3 tablespoons melted butter, 1/3 cup honey, and salt. Stir in 2 cups whole wheat flour. Flour a flat surface and knead with whole wheat flour until not real sticky - just pulling away from the counter, but still sticky to touch. This may take an additional 2 to 4 cups of whole wheat flour. Place in a greased bowl, turning once to coat the surface of the dough. Cover with a dishtowel. Let rise in a warm place until doubled.
- Punch down, and divide into 3 loaves. Place in greased 9 x 5 inch loaf pans, and allow to rise until dough has topped the pans by one inch.
- Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 25 to 30 minutes; do not overbake. Lightly brush the tops of loaves with 2 tablespoons melted butter or margarine when done to prevent crust from getting hard. Cool completely.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 134.1 calories, Carbohydrate 25.9 g, Cholesterol 4.2 mg, Fat 2.1 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 3.8 g, SaturatedFat 1.1 g, Sodium 207.1 mg, Sugar 5.3 g
LIGHT WHEAT BREAD
I bake twice a week because my family loves it. But I wanted a simple, foolproof recipe. After experimenting with several, I came up with this light-colored wheat bread, and my husband and children always want more. -Holly Shirk, Grantville, Pennsylvania
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 50m
Yield 2 loaves (12 slices each).
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine 2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour, whole wheat flour, sugar, salt and yeast. In a saucepan, heat water and butter to 120°-130°. Add to the dry ingredients; beat until smooth. Stir in enough remaining all-purpose flour to form a stiff dough. , Turn onto a floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, about 6-8 minutes. Cover and let rest for 20 minutes., Divide dough in half; shape into loaves. Place in two greased 8x4-in. loaf pans. Cover and refrigerate for up to 12 hours. , Remove from the refrigerator; let stand in a warm place for 30 minutes. , Bake at 400° for 30-35 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from pans to wire racks to cool.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 92 calories, Fat 1g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 1mg cholesterol, Sodium 152mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.
CLASSIC WHOLE WHEAT BREAD
A tasty, nourishing whole wheat bread that's easy to make.
Provided by CHEWLY
Categories Bread Yeast Bread Recipes Whole Grain Bread Recipes Wheat Bread
Time 1h20m
Yield 15
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a small mixing bowl, dissolve the sugar and yeast in warm water. Let stand until creamy, about 10 minutes.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the yeast mixture with the milk, vegetable oil, whole wheat flour, 1 cup of the all-purpose flour and the salt; beat well. Add the remaining flour, 1/2 cup at a time, stirring well after each addition. When the dough has pulled together, turn it out onto a lightly floured surface and knead until smooth and elastic, about 10 minutes. Oil a large bowl, place the dough in the bowl and turn to coat with oil. Cover with a damp cloth and let rise in a warm place until doubled in volume, about 1 hour.
- Grease two 8x4 inch bread pans. Deflate the dough and turn it out onto a lightly floured surface. Divide the dough into two equal pieces and form into loaves. Place the loaves into the pans. Cover with a damp cloth and let rise until doubled in volume, about 40 minutes. Meanwhile, preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
- Brush the risen loafs with lightly beaten egg. Bake at 400 degrees F (200 degrees C) for 30 minutes, or until the bottom of the loaf sounds hollow when tapped.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 111.5 calories, Carbohydrate 20.7 g, Cholesterol 12.7 mg, Fat 1.7 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 3.7 g, SaturatedFat 0.3 g, Sodium 162.5 mg, Sugar 2 g
WHOLE WHEAT SANDWICH BREAD RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: warm water, honey, active dry yeast, whole wheat flour, all-purpose flour, oil, salt
Provided by Joey Firoben
Categories Breakfast
Yield 12 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a large bowl, whisk the water, honey, and yeast. Let sit for 5 minutes, until the yeast has bloomed.
- NOTE: It may be tempting to use all whole wheat flour in this recipe, but, in our testing, that method resulted in dense, tough, squat breads that barely rose when we tried to proof them. Using some all-purpose flour was necessary to give us the rise and soft, pillowy texture we wanted in a good sandwich bread.
- Pour in the wheat flour, all-purpose flour, oil, and salt, and mix until the dough comes together in a ball that does not stick to your fingers.
- NOTE: You can also do the first 2 steps in a standing mixer fitted with a dough hook attachment, mixing on low speed until the dough no longer sticks to the sides.
- On a lightly floured surface, knead the dough a few times until it really starts to form a tight ball.
- Form the dough into a ball shape and transfer to a greased bowl, turning the dough to coat it in grease. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a wet towel and store in a warm place for 1 hour.
- Allow the dough to proof until it has doubled in size. Save the plastic wrap or towel as you'll be using it again.
- Transfer the proofed dough to a lightly floured surface and press the dough - don't stretch - into a 7x7-inch (18x18 cm) square.
- Fold the top 3rd of the square down, and the bottom 3rd up to form an even rectangle. Pinch the top fold to seal the dough.
- Roll the dough over so that the seal faces upward and fold both ends up toward the center, so that the dough has formed an even log shape about the size of your loaf pan.
- Transfer the dough to a greased loaf pan and cover with with the same plastic wrap or towel used before.
- Let the dough rise for 1 hour, until it has poofed over the edge of the loaf pan about 1½ inches (4 cm).
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Remove the plastic wrap or towel and transfer to the oven and bake for 50-55 minutes, until the dough has browned slightly and formed a light brown crust.
- Immediately remove the loaf from the pan and set aside to cool for at least 1 hour before slicing.
- Store in an airtight container or bag. The bread can be stored in freezer up to 6 months.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 145 calories, Carbohydrate 26 grams, Fat 2 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 4 grams, Sugar 0 grams
Tips:
- Use the right flour: Whole wheat flour is heartier and denser than all-purpose flour. Make sure to use a bread flour or a combination of bread flour and all-purpose flour for a lighter and fluffier loaf.
- Activate the yeast properly: Proof the yeast in warm water with a little sugar before adding it to the dough. This will help ensure that the yeast is active and will produce a good rise.
- Knead the dough properly: Kneading the dough develops the gluten, which gives the bread its structure. Knead the dough for at least 5 minutes, or until it is smooth and elastic.
- Let the dough rise in a warm place: The dough should rise in a warm place until it has doubled in size. This can take anywhere from 1 to 2 hours.
- Bake the bread at a high temperature: Baking the bread at a high temperature for the first 15 minutes will help create a crust. Then, reduce the temperature to finish baking the bread.
Conclusion:
This recipe for moist, light, and fluffy whole wheat bread is a great way to enjoy the benefits of whole wheat without sacrificing taste or texture. The bread is made with a combination of whole wheat flour and all-purpose flour, which gives it a lighter and fluffier texture than traditional whole wheat bread. The bread is also made with honey, which adds a subtle sweetness, and olive oil, which helps to keep the bread moist. This bread is perfect for sandwiches, toast, or just eating on its own.
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