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Soft and Fluffy Honey Whole Wheat Sandwich Bread

A golden brown loaf of homemade whole wheat bread sitting on a counter, with one end sliced to show the soft interior texture.
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Bake this easy, beginner-friendly whole wheat bread recipe for a soft, fluffy loaf perfect for daily sandwiches and toast. It uses simple ingredients and delivers wholesome flavor.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup warm water (105-115°F)
  • 2 teaspoons active dry yeast
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
  • 3 1/2 cups 100 percent whole wheat flour, plus more for dusting
  • 1 large egg, lightly beaten

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine the warm water and yeast. Let stand for 5 minutes until foamy.
  2. Stir the honey, melted butter, and salt into the yeast mixture.
  3. Add 3 cups of the whole wheat flour gradually, mixing until a shaggy dough forms.
  4. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Knead for 5 to 7 minutes, adding the remaining flour as needed until the dough is smooth and elastic. This recipe requires minimal kneading for a soft texture.
  5. Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, turning to coat. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a clean kitchen towel. Let the dough rise in a warm place for 1 to 1 1/2 hours, or until doubled in size.
  6. Gently punch down the risen dough. Shape it into a uniform loaf and place it in a greased 9×5 inch loaf pan.
  7. Cover the pan loosely and let the dough rise again in a warm spot for 30 to 45 minutes, or until the dough has crowned about 1 inch above the rim of the pan.
  8. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) during the last 15 minutes of the second rise.
  9. Brush the top of the loaf lightly with the beaten egg for a golden crust.
  10. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until the top is deeply golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 190°F (88°C).
  11. Remove the bread from the pan immediately and cool completely on a wire rack before slicing for the best sandwich bread texture.

Notes

  • For a slightly sweeter, richer loaf, use milk instead of water for the liquid component.
  • If you want a crustier exterior, brush the loaf with water instead of egg before baking.
  • This bread is excellent for making healthy bread recipes toast the next morning.

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