Whip up a warm, wholesome loaf of “The Best Fastest Whole Wheat Bread That the Kids Will Love Too” in just under an hour! Perfect for busy families, this easy recipe combines the hearty goodness of whole wheat flour with the natural sweetness of honey, yielding a soft, fluffy texture that will make even the pickiest eaters ask for seconds. Using pantry staples like active dry yeast and olive oil, with the option to include vital wheat gluten for an extra tender crumb, this bread requires minimal effort with maximum results. Quick to rise and bake, it’s ideal for sandwiches, toast, or simply slathered with butter and jam. Skip store-bought bread and enjoy the satisfaction of homemade goodness today!
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In a large mixing bowl, dissolve the active dry yeast in the warm water. Let it sit for about 5 minutes, or until the mixture is foamy, to activate the yeast.
Stir the honey and salt into the yeast mixture until fully combined.
Add the olive oil and mix well. If using vital wheat gluten, stir that in as well.
Gradually add the whole wheat flour, one cup at a time, stirring until a sticky dough forms.
Lightly flour a clean surface and knead the dough for about 5 minutes, or until it is smooth and elastic. If the dough is too sticky, sprinkle a small amount of additional flour, but avoid over-flouring to keep the bread tender.
Shape the dough into a loaf and place it in a greased 9x5-inch loaf pan.
Cover the loaf pan with a clean kitchen towel and let the dough rise in a warm place for approximately 25-30 minutes, or until it doubles in size.
Meanwhile, preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Once the dough has risen, bake it in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the bread sounds hollow when tapped.
Remove the bread from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Slice and serve warm or at room temperature. Enjoy with butter, jam, or your favorite sandwich fillings!
Serving size | (773.0g) |
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Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
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Calories | 1707.1 |
Total Fat 34.1g | 0% |
Saturated Fat 5.0g | 0% |
Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
Sodium 2388.6mg | 0% |
Total Carbohydrate 317.5g | 0% |
Dietary Fiber 45.7g | 0% |
Total Sugars 53.4g | |
Protein 57.6g | 0% |
Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
Calcium 139.4mg | 0% |
Iron 14.9mg | 0% |
Potassium 1688.8mg | 0% |
Source of Calories