Best 7 Old Fashioned Honey Whole Wheat Bread Recipes

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Old fashioned honey whole wheat bread is a classic comfort food that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. This versatile bread is made with simple ingredients like honey, whole wheat flour, and butter, and it has a slightly sweet, nutty flavor that pairs well with a variety of toppings. Whether you're looking for a classic loaf of bread to serve at your next potluck or a simple recipe for a weeknight dinner, this old fashioned honey whole wheat bread is sure to please.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

HONEY WHOLE WHEAT BREAD



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This honey whole wheat bread is light and fluffy. Easy to make using simple ingredients, this wholesome bread is perfect for sandwiches and toast.

Provided by Deanna

Categories     Breads

Time 2h50m

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/4 Cup Warm water
2 1/4 tsp Active dry yeast
1/3 Cup Honey
1 1/4 Cup Warm water
1 tsp Salt
2 Tbsp Olive oil
3 Cups Whole wheat bread flour
1 1/2 Cups All purpose flour

Steps:

  • Add the honey, yeast and 1/4 cup of warm water to the bowl of a stand mixer. Allow to sit for approximatly 5 minutes until yeast becomes foamy.
  • Add the remaining ingredients to the mixer and set to low. Mix until the dough comes together and pulls away from the sides of the bowl.
  • Turn the dough out onto a floured counter top and knead for 5-8 minutes until dough is smooth and elastic. If the dough is really sticky you can add 1-2 tablespoons of flour at at time until it smooth.
  • Lightly coat a bowl with oil and place the dough in the bowl. Cover with plastic wrap or a clean tea towel and allow to rise in a warm place until doubled. This will usually take about an hour. If it is cold out, you can place the bowl in the oven with the oven light on, or use the proof setting on your oven if it has it.
  • Once the dough has doubled, turn out onto a counter and divide into two equal portions. I like to use a kitchen scale for this, but you can just estimate if you like.
  • With a rolling pin, roll the dough out to approximatly 9x12 inches, then roll up from the short side. Gently tuck the ends under then place the rolled dough seam side down into greased loaf pans.
  • Cover with a clean tea towl and allow to rise until almost doubled, approximatly an hour. You can also cover with plastic wrap, but be sure not to wrap it tightly as you need room for the dough to expand.
  • Once the dough has risen, preheat your oven to 350 degrees
  • Bake the loaves for 25-30 minutes until lightly golden and sound hollow when tapped
  • Allow to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then remove from the pans and allow to cool on a cooling rack.
  • Slice and serve. Store in an airtight container or bag at room temperature for about a week, or you can freeze for up to 3 months.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 108 kcal, Carbohydrate 21 g, Protein 3 g, Fat 2 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 98 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 4 g, ServingSize 1 Slice

OLD-FASHIONED HONEY-WHOLE WHEAT BREAD



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Bring a touch of nostalgia into your kitchen with this updated spin on an old-fashioned favorite.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 3h10m

Yield 32

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 cups stone-ground whole wheat flour or graham flour
1/3 cup honey
1/4 cup shortening
1 tablespoon salt
2 packages regular or quick active dry yeast
2 1/4 cups very warm water (120°F to 130°F)
3 to 4 cups Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour or Better for Bread™ flour
Butter or margarine, melted, if desired

Steps:

  • Mix whole wheat flour, honey, shortening, salt and yeast in large bowl. Add warm water. Beat with electric mixer on low speed 1 minute, scraping bowl frequently. Beat on medium speed 1 minute, scraping bowl frequently. Stir in enough all-purpose flour, 1 cup at a time, to make dough easy to handle.
  • Turn dough onto lightly floured surface. Knead about 10 minutes or until smooth and elastic. Place in greased bowl and turn greased side up. Cover and let rise in warm place 40 to 60 minutes or until double. Dough is ready if indentation remains when touched.
  • Grease bottoms and sides of 2 loaf pans, 9x5x3 or 8 1/2x4 1/2x2 1/2 inches.
  • Punch down dough and divide in half. Flatten each half with hands or rolling pin into rectangle, 18x9 inches, on lightly floured surface. Roll dough up tightly, beginning at 9-inch side, to form a loaf. Press with thumbs to seal after each turn. Pinch edge of dough into roll to seal. Press each end with side of hand to seal. Fold ends under loaf. Place seam side down in pan. Brush loaves lightly with butter. Cover and let rise in warm place 35 to 50 minutes or until double.
  • Move oven rack to low position so that tops of pans will be in center of oven. Heat oven to 375°F.
  • Bake 40 to 45 minutes or until loaves are deep golden brown and sound hollow when tapped. Remove from pans to wire rack. Brush loaves with butter; cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 100, Carbohydrate 20 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, ServingSize 1 Slice, Sodium 220 mg

HONEY WHOLE WHEAT BREAD



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Honey whole wheat bread for a bread machine. This bread is very tasty.

Provided by Kathy Nowell

Categories     Bread     Yeast Bread Recipes     Whole Grain Bread Recipes     Wheat Bread

Time 3h5m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 ⅛ cups warm water (110 degrees F/45 degrees C)
3 tablespoons honey
⅓ teaspoon salt
1 ½ cups whole wheat flour
1 ½ cups bread flour
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 ½ teaspoons active dry yeast

Steps:

  • Add ingredients according to the manufacturer's directions to your bread machine. Use the wheat bread cycle and light color setting.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 180.4 calories, Carbohydrate 33.4 g, Fat 3.5 g, Fiber 2.8 g, Protein 5.2 g, SaturatedFat 0.5 g, Sodium 79.4 mg, Sugar 5.3 g

HONEY WHEAT BREAD



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This recipe produces two beautiful, high loaves that have wonderful texture and slice very well. The tempting aroma of this bread baking can cut the chill from a cool autumn day. It's a tribute to the goodness of wheat. -Dorothy Anderson, Ottawa, Kansas

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h

Yield 2 loaves.

Number Of Ingredients 8

2-1/2 to 3 cups all-purpose flour
3-1/2 cups whole wheat flour, divided
2 packages (1/4 ounce each) active dry yeast
1 cup milk
1-1/4 cups water
1/4 cup honey
3 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon salt

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine 2 cups all-purpose flour, 2 cups whole wheat flour and yeast. In a saucepan, heat milk, water, honey, butter and salt to 120°-130°; add to flour mixture. Blend on low speed until moistened; beat on medium for 3 minutes. Gradually stir in remaining whole wheat flour and enough of the remaining all-purpose flour to form a soft dough. , Turn onto a floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, about 6-8 minutes. Place in a greased bowl, turning once to grease top. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 hour. , Punch dough down. Shape into two loaves; place in a greased 8x4-in. loaf pans. Cover and let rise until doubled, about 1 hour. Bake at 375° for 40-45 minutes. Remove from pans to cool on wire racks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 99 calories, Fat 1g fat, Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 216mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate, Fiber 3g protein.

HONEY WHEAT BREAD II



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Everybody loves this never fail recipe! It is lovely served with any meal.

Provided by Meghan Monahan

Categories     Bread     Yeast Bread Recipes     Whole Grain Bread Recipes     Wheat Bread

Time 2h

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 cups warm water (110 degrees F/45 degrees C)
2 cups whole wheat flour
1 tablespoon active dry yeast
1 teaspoon salt
⅓ cup honey
⅓ cup vegetable oil
5 cups all-purpose flour

Steps:

  • Dissolve yeast in warm water. Add honey, and stir well. Mix in whole wheat flour, salt, and vegetable oil. Work all-purpose flour in gradually. Turn dough out onto a lightly floured surface, and knead for at least 10 to 15 minutes. When dough is smooth and elastic, place it in a well oiled bowl. Turn it several times in the bowl to coat the surface of the dough, and cover with a damp cloth. Let rise in a warm place until doubled in bulk, about 45 minutes.
  • Punch down the dough. Shape into two loaves, and place into two well greased 9 x 5 inch loaf pans. Allow to rise until dough is 1 to 1 1/2 inches above pans.
  • Bake at 375 degrees F (190 degrees C) for 25 to 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 171.5 calories, Carbohydrate 31.2 g, Fat 3.5 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 4.3 g, SaturatedFat 0.5 g, Sodium 98.4 mg, Sugar 4 g

VERMONT HONEY-WHEAT BREAD



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You don't have to be a health nut to enjoy this hearty loaf. Made with whole wheat flour, oats and wheat germ, this bread gets its pleasant sweetness from the honey and maple syrup. Roderick Crandall of Hartland, Vermont shared the recipe.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h

Yield 2 loaves (16 slices each).

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 packages (1/4 ounce each) active dry yeast
3/4 cup warm water (110° to 115°)
1 cup old-fashioned oats
1 cup warm buttermilk (110° to 115°)
1/2 cup maple syrup
1/2 cup honey
2 eggs, lightly beaten
1/3 cup butter, softened
1/3 cup toasted wheat germ
1 teaspoon salt
1-1/2 cups whole wheat flour
3 to 4 cups all-purpose flour
TOPPING:
1 egg white
1 tablespoon water
1/4 cup old-fashioned oats

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. Add the oats, buttermilk, syrup, honey, eggs, butter, wheat germ, salt and whole wheat flour. Beat on medium speed for 3 minutes. Stir in enough all-purpose flour to form a firm dough., Turn onto a floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, about 6-8 minutes. Place in a bowl coated with cooking spray, turning once to coat top. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 hour., Punch the dough down. Shape into two loaves; place each in a 9x5-in. loaf pan coated with cooking spray. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 45 minutes., Beat egg white and water; brush over loaves. Sprinkle with oats. Bake at 375° for 30-35 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from pans to wire racks to cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 133 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 19mg cholesterol, Sodium 108mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

FOOLPROOF WHEAT BREAD



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Make and share this Foolproof Wheat Bread recipe from Food.com.

Provided by my kids mom

Categories     Yeast Breads

Time 1h20m

Yield 4 loaves, 64 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 tablespoons dry yeast (I use 3TBS)
1/2 cup warm water
5 cups hot tap water
9 cups whole wheat flour
3 cups white flour
2/3 cup vegetable oil
2/3 cup honey
2 tablespoons salt
2/3 cup potato flakes or 2/3 cup oatmeal

Steps:

  • Sprinkle yeast into 1/2 cup warm water, let stand 10-15 minute (you can add 1 tsp sugar to help it work faster.
  • combine hot water and 7 cups whole-wheat flour in mixer. Mix on low speed until well blended.
  • Add salt, oil, and honey. Continue to mix until well blended.
  • Add 1 more cup wheat flour and potato flakes or oatmeal. Add yeast mixture. (Can also use instant yeast without water). Blend thoroughly. -The oatmeal or potato flakes are to make a moister bread and can be omitted if you want.
  • Add 3-4 cups white flour and knead on low speed for 6 minutes (add enough flour that the dough leaves the side of the bowl but is still a little sticky - the consistency of cookie dough.).
  • -If using white wheat, there is no need to use white flour. If using red wheat, then definitely use the white flour for a lighter bread. I usually knead on low for 10 minutes.
  • oil hands and mold into 4 loaves on oiled counter.
  • Place in oiled pans (pam works too) and let rise just to the top of the pans. (if it rises too much it will create an air bubble underneath the crust).
  • Bake at 350 for 35-40. -I tend to only bake for 30-35 minutes. Also, if you put a pan of water underneath your baking bread the bottoms will not burn.
  • Remove from pans to cool.
  • brush tops with butter.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 112.9, Fat 2.8, SaturatedFat 0.4, Sodium 220.1, Carbohydrate 20.2, Fiber 2.1, Sugar 3, Protein 3

Tips:

  • Activate the yeast: Before you start mixing the dough, activate the yeast in warm water. This will help ensure that the yeast is alive and will properly leaven the bread.
  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients: The quality of your honey, wheat flour, and other ingredients will affect the taste of the bread. Use the best ingredients you can find.
  • Measure your ingredients carefully: Baking is a science, and the proportions of the ingredients are important. Be sure to measure your ingredients carefully, using a kitchen scale if possible.
  • Knead the dough well: Kneading the dough helps to develop 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: After you knead the dough, let it rise in a warm place until it has doubled in size. This will take about 2 hours.
  • Bake the bread at a high temperature: Baking the bread at a high temperature will give it a crispy crust and a fluffy interior. Bake the bread at 375°F (190°C) for about 30 minutes, or until it is golden brown.

Conclusion:

Honey whole wheat bread is a delicious and nutritious bread that is perfect for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. It is easy to make and can be stored for up to a week. So next time you are looking for a healthy and delicious bread, give this recipe a try.

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