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Honey Whole Wheat Sandwich Bread Recipe

Learn how to make the best homemade honey whole wheat sandwich bread with this easy baking recipe. The perfect balance of whole wheat and bread flour creates a light, soft loaf that's naturally sweetened with honey. Master the art of kneading, proofing, and baking for bakery-quality sandwich bread at home.
Difficulty:
Beginner
Prep Time:
30 mins
Cook Time:
35 mins
Serves:
1 loaf (16 slices)
An overhead shot of a freshly-sliced honey whole wheat sandwich bread loaf on a rustic wooden cutting board, revealing its perfect light-brown crust and moist, tender crumb structure. A cross-section view shows the bread's even texture with tiny air pockets, while a soft natural light from a nearby window highlights the bread's warm golden-brown hues. A small jar of amber honey with a wooden dipper sits alongside the loaf, with a few slices arranged to display their softness and flexibility. A light dusting of whole wheat flour and a drizzle of honey add artisanal touches, emphasizing the bread's homemade quality and wholesome ingredients.

Ingredients

<ul class="ingredients-main-list"><li class="ingredients-single-item">300g whole wheat flour</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">200g bread flour (or all-purpose flour)</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">7g active dry yeast (or instant yeast)</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">360ml warm water (about 40°C)</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">60ml honey</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">30g unsalted butter, softened</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">12g salt</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">15ml vegetable oil (for greasing)</li></ul>

Equipment

<ul class="equipment-main-list"><li class="equipment-single-item">Stand mixer with dough hook (optional)</li><li class="equipment-single-item">23cm x 13cm (9x5 inch) loaf pan</li><li class="equipment-single-item">Digital kitchen thermometer</li><li class="equipment-single-item">Bench scraper</li></ul>

Directions

<ol class="no-list-style"><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 1</h4>Begin by activating your yeast. In a small bowl, combine the warm water (40°C - it should feel warm but not hot to the touch) with 1 tablespoon of the honey. Sprinkle the yeast over the surface and let it sit for 5-10 minutes until foamy and fragrant. This activation step ensures your yeast is alive and ready to help your bread rise properly.</li><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 2</h4>In a large mixing bowl or the bowl of your stand mixer, combine the whole wheat flour and bread flour. The combination of these flours is crucial - whole wheat provides nutrition and flavor, while bread flour contributes the necessary gluten structure for a proper rise.</li><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 3</h4>Make a well in the center of your flour mixture and pour in the activated yeast mixture, remaining honey, and softened butter. Add the salt around the edge of the bowl (keeping it away from direct contact with the yeast initially). If using a stand mixer, mix on low speed with the dough hook for 1-2 minutes until ingredients are roughly combined. If mixing by hand, stir with a wooden spoon until a shaggy dough forms.</li><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 4</h4>Knead the dough thoroughly. With a stand mixer, increase to medium speed and knead for 8-10 minutes. If kneading by hand, turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 10-12 minutes. You're developing gluten which creates the bread's structure - the dough should become smooth, elastic, and slightly tacky but not sticky. When properly kneaded, the dough will pass the "window pane test" - a small piece should stretch thin enough to see light through without tearing.</li><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 5</h4>Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, turning once to coat all surfaces. Cover with a clean kitchen towel or plastic wrap and let rise in a warm, draft-free spot (21-24°C is ideal) for 60-90 minutes, or until doubled in size. This first rise (bulk fermentation) allows yeast to create carbon dioxide, flavoring the dough while making it rise.</li><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 6</h4>Once doubled, gently punch down the dough to release excess air bubbles. Turn onto a lightly floured surface and pat into a rectangle roughly the length of your loaf pan. Fold the dough like a business letter (fold the top third down, bottom third up), then roll it up tightly from one short end, pinching the seam and ends to seal. This shaping technique creates a tight structure that supports the bread as it rises.</li><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 7</h4>Place the shaped dough seam-side down in a lightly greased loaf pan. Cover again and allow to rise for 45-60 minutes, or until the dough has crowned about 2.5cm above the rim of the pan. This second rise (proofing) allows the shaped loaf to achieve its final volume. Toward the end of rising time, preheat your oven to 180°C.</li><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 8</h4>Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes until deeply golden brown. The bread should sound hollow when tapped on the bottom, and if you have a thermometer, the internal temperature should read 93-96°C. If the top browns too quickly, loosely cover with aluminum foil for the remaining bake time.</li><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 9</h4>Remove the bread from the oven and immediately turn out onto a cooling rack. If desired, rub a small amount of butter on the top crust for a softer, more tender finish. Allow the bread to cool completely (at least 1 hour) before slicing. Cutting too soon will cause the bread to become gummy and lose moisture.</li><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 10</h4>Once completely cooled, slice with a serrated knife. Store in an airtight container or bread bag at room temperature for up to 3 days, or freeze sliced bread for up to 3 months. For the best sandwich experience, lightly toast frozen slices directly from the freezer. Enjoy your homemade honey whole wheat bread!</li></ol>

FAQs

Find answers to your most pressing questions about this delicious recipe right here.

What ingredients are used in Honey Whole Wheat Sandwich Bread?

This bread requires whole wheat flour, bread flour, active dry yeast, warm water, honey, unsalted butter, salt, and vegetable oil. The combination of whole wheat and bread flour creates the perfect texture, while honey adds natural sweetness and helps keep the bread moist.

How to cook Honey Whole Wheat Sandwich Bread at home?

Learn how to cook Honey Whole Wheat Sandwich Bread by activating yeast in warm water and honey, mixing with flours, butter and salt, then kneading until elastic. After the first rise, shape the dough into a loaf, allow for a second rise, and bake at 180°C for about 35 minutes until golden brown and hollow-sounding when tapped.

Why combine whole wheat and bread flour instead of using 100% whole wheat?

Using a blend of flours provides the perfect balance between nutrition and texture. Pure whole wheat loaves can be dense and heavy, while the addition of bread flour contributes essential gluten structure that creates a lighter, airier sandwich bread that still maintains whole grain benefits.

Can I substitute the honey with another sweetener in this bread recipe?

Yes, you can substitute honey with maple syrup, agave nectar, or brown sugar in equal amounts. Each alternative will slightly alter the flavour profile, but they'll all provide the necessary sweetness and help retain moisture in your homemade loaf.

What's the best way to store homemade sandwich bread to keep it fresh?

Allow the loaf to cool completely before storing. Keep at room temperature in an airtight container or bread bag for up to 3 days. For longer storage, slice the entire loaf and freeze in a freezer bag for up to 3 months, removing individual slices as needed.

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