Whole Wheat Bread Recipe
Make Whole Wheat Bread Recipe in just 2h 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
Wet Ingredients
Method
Preparation
Activate the Yeast
In a small bowl, combine warm water and brown sugar. Sprinkle the active dry yeast over the top and let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until it becomes frothy.
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the whole wheat flour and salt until well combined.
Dough Formation
Combine Ingredients
Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients and pour in the activated yeast mixture and olive oil. Stir using a wooden spoon until a shaggy dough forms.
Knead the Dough
Transfer the dough onto a lightly floured surface. Knead the dough for about 8-10 minutes until it is smooth and elastic.
Rising
First Rise
Place the kneaded dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until it has doubled in size.
Baking
Shape the Dough
Once the dough has risen, punch it down to release the air. Shape it into a loaf and place it in a greased 9x5 inch loaf pan.
Second Rise
Cover the loaf with a damp cloth and let it rise again for about 30-45 minutes until it has doubled in size.
Preheat Oven
While the dough is rising, preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Bake the Bread
Once the dough has risen, bake it in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes or until the top is golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped.
Cooling
Cool the Bread
Remove the bread from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then transfer the loaf to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.