Honey Wheat Recipe
Make Honey Wheat 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
- 1
Activate Yeast
In a small bowl, combine the warm water and honey. Sprinkle the active dry yeast over the top and let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until it becomes frothy.
- 2
Combine Dry Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the whole wheat flour, all-purpose flour, salt, and sugar until well combined.
Making the Dough
- 3
Mix Ingredients
Once the yeast mixture is frothy, add it to the dry ingredients along with the olive oil. Stir until a rough dough forms.
- 4
Knead the Dough
Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes until it is smooth and elastic.
Rising
- 5
First Rise
Place the kneaded dough in a greased bowl. Cover it with a clean kitchen towel and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until it has doubled in size.
- 6
Shape and Second Rise
After the first rise, punch down the dough to release the air. Shape it into a loaf and place it in a greased loaf pan. Cover and let it rise again for about 30-40 minutes.
Baking
- 7
Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- 8
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 the bread sounds hollow when tapped on the bottom.
- 9
Cool
Remove the bread from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
