WHOLE WHEAT BREAD 100%
A long fermentation gives the yeast a chance to produce its own flavors and convert the starch to sugar. By refrigerating the dough overnight, you can make excellent 100% whole wheat bread. Yeasts perform differently at low temperatures. The dough is mixed the day before and refrigerated. The acids and enzymes produced by the yeast at lower temperatures temper the harshness of the whole wheat and develop wonderfully complex bread flavors. It's no more work than other recipes; you just mix the dough the day before.
Provided by luvmybge
Categories Yeast Breads
Time P1DT1h
Yield 2 loaves
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Place about three cups of the 5-6 cups of whole wheat flour in the bowl of your stand-type mixer. Add the yeast. Carefully measure 2 cups room temperature (80 degrees) water. The water should feel cool to the touch. Mix the water with the flour with a dough hook for 30 seconds or until the yeast is dissolved and the ingredients begin to combine.
- Add the salt, egg, sugar, and butter and continue mixing. Add most of the remaining flour and continue mixing at a medium speed for at least four minutes adding more flour as needed to reach a soft dough consistency. (It is important that the dough be mixed for at least four minutes to develop the gluten.) The dough should clear the sides of the bowl but will be soft, not firm, to the touch.
- Once the dough is mixed, place it in a large greased bowl, turning once to coat both sides, and cover with plastic wrap. Refrigerate overnight or for up to three days.
- On the day that you would like to bake your bread, remove the dough from the refrigerator and let it warm to room temperature--about three hours. The dough should rise to nearly double in size.
- Once the dough has risen, form the loaves. Coat your hands with flour and gently form a loaf by pulling the dough around itself to create a slightly stretched skin. You may need to coat your hands several times if the dough is sticky. If necessary, pinch the seams together on the bottom of the loaf. Lay the loaf gently in a well-greased loaf pan (5x9-inch) and cover with plastic wrap. Repeat with the second loaf. Let double again in size, about 1 1/2 hours.
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Once the dough has doubled (the loaf should be very puffy), place the two loaves on a shelf in the top half of the oven, well-spaced so that air can circulate between the loaves. Bake for thirty minutes or until done. The interior of the loaves should register at least 185 degrees F when an insta-read thermometer is inserted through the bottom crust. Remove the bread from the pans and cool on wire racks. Let it cool completely before cutting.
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Rai Yasir
[email protected]This is my go-to recipe for whole wheat bread. It's always a hit with my family and friends. I love that it's so easy to make and that it turns out perfect every time.
SmN mb
[email protected]Overall, I'm happy with this recipe. The bread turned out great and it was relatively easy to make. I would definitely recommend this recipe to others.
Monty Williams
[email protected]This bread is delicious, but it's a bit too expensive to make. I think I will try a different recipe next time that is more affordable.
Finey Thompson
[email protected]The bread turned out great, but it took a lot longer to make than I expected. I think I will try a different recipe next time that is quicker.
MdArfan Siam
[email protected]I found this recipe to be a bit too complicated. I think I will try a simpler recipe next time.
Russell Grimes
[email protected]This bread is a bit more dense than I would have liked. I think I will try using a different recipe next time.
Evangel Dadson
[email protected]I love the crust on this bread. It's so crispy and flavorful. I also love the soft and fluffy interior. This bread is perfect for sandwiches, toast, or just eating plain.
Julian Reyes
[email protected]This is a great recipe for beginners. It's easy to follow and the bread turns out delicious. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who is new to baking.
julfikar jewel
[email protected]I made this bread in my bread machine and it turned out perfectly. I love how easy it is to make bread in my bread machine. I just add the ingredients and press a button. The bread machine does all the work for me.
Ndeta Larissa
[email protected]I added a tablespoon of cinnamon to the dough and it gave the bread a delicious flavor. I also sprinkled some cinnamon sugar on top of the bread before baking it. It was a hit with my family!
Joe LaPlant
[email protected]I accidentally used all-purpose flour instead of whole wheat flour. The bread still turned out great, but it was a bit denser than I would have liked. I will definitely use whole wheat flour next time.
Kai Fakih
[email protected]The only thing I would change about this recipe is the amount of salt. I found it to be a bit too salty for my taste. Next time, I will reduce the amount of salt by half.
Alex Predmore
[email protected]This bread is perfect for sandwiches or toast. It's also great for making croutons or bread crumbs. I highly recommend this recipe to anyone who loves whole wheat bread.
Gatluak Thon
[email protected]I love that this recipe uses honey instead of sugar. It gives the bread a slightly sweet flavor that is perfect for breakfast or lunch. I also like that the recipe uses whole wheat flour, which makes the bread more nutritious.
Shaibu Ibrahim Abass
[email protected]This is the best whole wheat bread recipe I've ever tried. The bread is so soft and fluffy, and it has a wonderful flavor. I will definitely be making this bread again and again.
Notsn Zena
[email protected]I was pleasantly surprised by how easy this recipe was to follow. I'm not a very experienced baker, but I was able to make this bread without any problems. The bread turned out delicious and my family loved it.
Ami Basson
[email protected]This whole wheat bread recipe is a keeper! It's easy to follow and the bread turns out perfectly every time. I love the taste of the whole wheat flour and the crust is always crispy. My family loves this bread and it's become a staple in our home.