Mad Dogs Ultimate Whole Wheat Semolina Bread

Elevate your homemade bread game with Mad Dog's Ultimate Whole Wheat Semolina Bread—a perfect fusion of wholesome whole wheat flour and nutty, golden semolina. This artisan-style loaf delivers unparalleled texture with a tender crumb and a crisp, golden crust, thanks to the addition of olive oil and optional vital wheat gluten for an extra lift. Sweetened naturally with honey and baked to perfection, this bread is as flavorful as it is nutritious. Ideal for beginners and seasoned bakers alike, this recipe combines simple techniques, like hand-kneading or using a stand mixer, to achieve bakery-quality results right in your kitchen. Whether you're making sandwiches, toast, or simply enjoying it warm with butter, this versatile loaf is bound to become a household favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 10

Ingredients

• 2 cups Whole wheat flour
• 1 cup Semolina flour
• 1.25 cups Warm water (110°F/43°C)
• 2.25 teaspoons Active dry yeast
• 2 tablespoons Honey
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 tablespoon Vital wheat gluten (optional, for better rise)

Directions

Step 1

In a small bowl or measuring cup, dissolve the active dry yeast and honey into the warm water. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes, or until it becomes frothy.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl (or the bowl of a stand mixer), combine the whole wheat flour, semolina flour, salt, and vital wheat gluten if using.

Step 3

Pour the yeast mixture and olive oil into the dry ingredients. Mix until a shaggy dough forms.

Step 4

Knead the dough for 8-10 minutes by hand on a lightly floured surface, or use a stand mixer with a dough hook for 5-6 minutes, until the dough is smooth and elastic.

Step 5

Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover it with a clean kitchen towel or plastic wrap, and let it rise in a warm spot for 1 to 1.5 hours, or until doubled in size.

Step 6

Punch down the dough and transfer it to a floured surface. Shape it into a loaf by flattening the dough into a rectangle and rolling it tightly.

Step 7

Place the shaped dough into a greased loaf pan. Cover and let it rise again for 30-45 minutes, or until it has risen slightly above the edge of the pan.

Step 8

While the dough is rising, preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 9

Bake the bread in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the loaf sounds hollow when tapped on the bottom.

Step 10

Remove the bread from the pan and let it cool completely on a wire rack before slicing.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(790.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1819.0

Total Fat 34.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2382.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 327.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 36.9g	0%
Total Sugars 36.3g
Protein 60.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 124.2mg	0%
Iron 12.2mg	0%
Potassium 1442.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 16.7%

Protein: 13.0%

Carbs: 70.3%