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Easy Whole Wheat Bread

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This easy whole wheat bread is soft, hearty, and perfect for sandwiches or toast. Made with a blend of whole wheat and white flour, it has a wholesome flavor and a tender crumb.

Ingredients

  • 300g (2½ cups) all-purpose white flour or bread flour
  • 200g (1½ cups) whole wheat flour
  • 10 grams (1 tablespoon) instant yeast or quick rise yeast
  • 2 teaspoons fine sea salt
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • About 310mls (1⅓ cups) warm water

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl or stand mixer, combine the white flour, whole wheat flour, yeast, and salt.
  2. Add the olive oil and water. Knead with a stand mixer for 7 minutes on low speed, or knead by hand for 10 to 15 minutes until the dough is smooth and elastic. Add a few drops of extra water if needed until the dough feels slightly tacky but not wet.
  3. Lightly grease a large bowl with oil and place the dough inside, turning it to coat lightly in oil.
  4. Cover with a damp dish towel and let rise at room temperature until doubled in size, about 60 to 90 minutes.
  5. Transfer the dough to a lightly oiled surface and gently flatten into a rectangle about the width of your loaf pan.
  6. Fold the bottom third upward and press lightly to seal. Fold the top third downward and seal again, then fold the dough in half and pinch the seam closed. Place the shaped dough into a lightly oiled loaf pan.
  7. Rub a little oil over the top of the dough, cover again, and let rise until domed about 1 inch above the sides of the pan, about 30 minutes.
  8. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  9. Score the top of the loaf with a sharp knife or kitchen scissors.
  10. Bake for 40 minutes until golden brown and hollow-sounding when tapped on the bottom.
  11. Remove from the pan and cool completely on a wire rack before slicing.

Notes

  • Cold water can be used instead of warm water for a slower rise and deeper flavor.
  • A stand mixer makes kneading easier, but hand kneading works well too.
  • Store bread tightly wrapped at room temperature for up to 3 days.
  • This recipe can be doubled to make two loaves.
  • Allow the loaf to cool completely before slicing for the best texture.

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