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Soft Honey Whole Wheat Sandwich Bread: Easy Homemade Loaf

A freshly baked loaf of whole wheat bread, showing a soft, golden crumb texture, resting on a wooden cutting board.
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Bake a soft, fluffy, and wholesome whole wheat sandwich bread at home. This easy recipe uses honey for a touch of sweetness, resulting in a tender crumb perfect for daily toast or family sandwiches.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup warm water (105°F to 115°F)
  • 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
  • 3 1/2 cups whole wheat flour
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour (for dusting and final texture adjustment)
  • 1 large egg, lightly beaten (for egg wash)

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, dissolve the yeast in the warm water. Let it stand for 5 minutes until foamy.
  2. Stir the honey, melted butter, and salt into the yeast mixture.
  3. Gradually add the whole wheat flour, mixing until a shaggy dough forms.
  4. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface using some of the all-purpose flour. Knead for 8 to 10 minutes until the dough is smooth and elastic. Add small amounts of the remaining all-purpose flour only if the dough is too sticky to handle.
  5. Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, turning to coat. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a clean towel. Let the dough rise in a warm place for 1 to 1.5 hours, or until doubled in size.
  6. Gently punch down the risen dough. Shape it into a tight loaf and place it in a greased 9×5 inch loaf pan.
  7. Cover the pan loosely and let the dough rise again for 30 to 45 minutes, or until it crests about 1 inch above the rim of the pan.
  8. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Brush the top of the loaf lightly with the beaten egg wash.
  9. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 200°F (93°C).
  10. Remove the bread from the pan immediately and cool completely on a wire rack before slicing for the best texture.

Notes

  • For an even softer crust, brush the top of the loaf with 1 tablespoon of melted butter immediately after removing it from the oven.
  • If you prefer a richer flavor, substitute the all-purpose flour with bread flour for the final addition.
  • This bread freezes well once fully cooled; slice it first for easy toast portions later.

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