Satisfy your craving for a wholesome and delicious loaf of bread with our curated collection of 100% whole grain bread recipes. From classic sourdough to hearty rye and aromatic multigrain, these recipes offer a diverse range of flavors and textures to tantalize your taste buds. Each recipe is meticulously crafted with detailed instructions and helpful tips to guide you through the process of creating a perfect loaf of whole grain bread at home. Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting out, our recipes cater to all skill levels and ensure a successful baking experience. Dive into the world of whole grain goodness and elevate your daily bread to a culinary masterpiece.
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THE VERY BEST WHOLE WHEAT BREAD
The Very BEST Whole Wheat Bread is a homemade, 100% whole wheat bread that stays soft and fresh for days!
Provided by Samantha Skaggs
Categories Bread
Time 1h30m
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with a dough hook, mix together 3 1/2 cups white whole wheat flour, vital wheat gluten, and quick-rise yeast until well combined.
- Add the water and mix for one minute, scraping down bowl halfway through. Cover the bowl with a clean kitchen towel and allow to rest for 10 minutes.
- Uncover the bowl and add the salt, oil, honey, and lemon juice. Beat for 1 minute.
- Add the remaining 2 1/2 cups of flour, one cup at a time, mixing well between each cup. Knead the dough in the mixer (still using the dough hook) until the dough pulls away from the sides of the bowl and feels smooth rather than sticky. This usually takes 10 to 15 minutes, but if your dough pulls away and loses its stickiness sooner, it could take as little as 5 minutes.
- Grease two nonstick bread pans measuring 8 1/2" x 4 1/2" x 2 1/2" to 9" x 5" x 3" each (or grease two regular bread pans and then line them with parchment paper). Preheat the oven to lukewarm by setting it to 350°F and then turning it back off after exactly 1 minute.
- Turn the dough onto a greased surface. Evenly divide it into two loaves. Form and place the dough into the prepared bread pans, gently pressing it into the corners.
- Place the pans in the warm oven and allow them to rise for 20 to 40 minutes, until the dough is nicely domed above the tops of the pans. Without removing the pans from the oven, turn on the oven to 350°F and set the timer for 30 minutes. The bread is done when the tops are golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 190°F to 200°F on an instant-read thermometer. Once the loaves are baked, immediately remove the hot bread from the pans to cool on a rack.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 153 kcal, Carbohydrate 26 g, Protein 6 g, Fat 4 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Sodium 294 mg, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 4 g, ServingSize 1 serving
100% WHOLE WHEAT SANDWICH BREAD RECIPE
Make this 100 percent whole wheat bread in your food processor, for a wonderfully light and chewy loaf.
Provided by Stella Parks
Categories Breakfast and Brunch Sandwiches Yeast Bread Bread
Time 8h
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- For the Autolyse: In large bowl, combine whole wheat flour with first addition of water. Stir until water is absorbed; then knead briefly against the sides of the bowl until no floury bits remain. Cover and set aside for 2 hours 30 minutes to hydrate flour.
- For the Dough: Transfer hydrated dough to a 14-cup food processor fitted with the regular metal blade (not the dough blade), along with brown sugar, salt, and instant dry yeast. Process until dough is silky smooth, and a small piece can be stretched into a thin sheet without tearing, about 75 seconds. The exact timing will vary with the power and capacity of a given machine. For smaller machines, the reduced capacity and power will necessitate dividing dough in half to process in stages.
- Once gluten is well developed, drizzle in the remaining water and oil while the processor is running, and continue mixing only until smooth. At this stage, the dough will feel sticky, wet, and elastic.
- First Rise: Transfer dough to large, lightly greased bowl (it's fine to reuse bowl from autolyse, no need to wash). Cover and proof until puffy, light, and roughly doubled in bulk, about 2 hours at 70°F (21°C). In a chilly kitchen, the dough will need more time to rise, and in a warmer kitchen, it will move faster.
- Shaping the Loaf: Turn soft dough out onto clean surface lightly dusted with whole wheat flour. Pat dough into 7-inch square, and form into tight log, sealing dough together with heel of your hand. Nestle into lightly greased 1-pound loaf pan, seam side down; cover loosely as before.
- Second Rise: Let dough proof until puffy, light, and risen about 2 1/2 inches above rim of pan at very center. To test dough, poke it gently with a flour-dusted fingertip; when dough is ready, it will retain a shallow impression that springs back after a minute. If dough is firm and springs back right away, continue proofing until dough retains a shallow impression. This will take about 75 minutes at around 70°F (21°C). Again, timing of the process will vary based on environmental conditions. Near the end of this period, adjust oven rack to lower-middle position and preheat oven to 350°F (177°C).
- Baking the Loaf: After the second rise, uncover dough and bake until well risen, golden brown, and hollow sounding when thumped; about 45 minutes, or to an internal temperature of approximately 200°F (93°C). Immediately turn loaf out onto a wire rack, and cool completely before slicing, at least 90 minutes. Slice with a sharp serrated knife. The loaf will keep up to a week at room temperature in a bread box or paper bag.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 159 kcal, Carbohydrate 30 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fiber 4 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, Sodium 359 mg, Sugar 4 g, Fat 3 g, ServingSize One 8-inch loaf, UnsaturatedFat 0 g
EASY 100% WHOLE WHEAT BREAD
This is a foolproof, beginner 100% whole wheat bread, easy to make with a stand mixer like a Kitchenaid®.
Provided by Mme Rocha
Categories Bread Yeast Bread Recipes Whole Grain Bread Recipes Wheat Bread
Time 3h50m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Mix the warm water, honey, and yeast in a stand-mixer bowl until mixture becomes foamy, about 5 minutes.
- Add half the whole wheat flour, olive oil, and salt to the mixture. Mix with a spatula or wooden spoon until incorporated. Let sit for 1 to 2 minutes.
- Mix with a dough hook attachment on low speed, slowly adding the remaining whole wheat flour, increasing the speed to high. Mix on high until the batter is combined and not sticking to the sides of the bowl, about 7 minutes. Cover the bowl with a towel and let rest for 15 minutes.
- Meanwhile, prepare a 9x5-inch loaf pan with parchment paper. Flour a surface to work the dough.
- Place the dough onto the floured work surface and shape into a loaf. Use more flour if necessary. Place into the prepared loaf pan.
- Let shaped dough sit in a warm place until it has risen over the top of the pan, about 1 hour.
- Meanwhile, preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Bake in the preheated oven until top of the loaf sounds hollow when tapped, about 35 minutes. Remove from the oven and let cool for 15 to 20 minutes before removing from the pan and transferring to a wire rack. Let cool an additional hour before slicing; otherwise it will feel doughy.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 140 calories, Carbohydrate 28.4 g, Fat 1.8 g, Fiber 4.3 g, Protein 4.9 g, SaturatedFat 0.3 g, Sodium 149.7 mg, Sugar 3 g
100% WHOLE GRAIN WHEAT BREAD
If you like fluffy brown bread this is it. No white flour here. You can use any 100% whole grain wheat flour. I mill my own. This bread is not heavy like most 100% whole wheat breads. If it is you used too much flour and your dough was too stiff. If it flattens out and won't stand up you need more flour. The total amount of flour is usually about 6 1/2 to 7 cups. This recipe has been in my family for years and we all make it. We make a lot more now that we have powerful mixers and the hand kneading is bye bye.
Provided by dbsnova
Categories Yeast Breads
Time 3h15m
Yield 2 Loaves, 24 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Place the first five ingredients in the bowl and mix.
- Add: 2 Cups 100% Whole Grain Wheat Flour. (to cool the water and end up with warm dough) Mix then add 2 Tbs of Dry Active Yeast. If your not sure about your yeast proof it in a little warm water first.
- Add: 4 Cups of 100% Whole Grain Wheat Flour.
- Mix until the consistency is some what even. Then continue to slowly add flour 1/2 Cup at a time until the dough quits sticking to the sides of the bowl. It should be tacky to the touch. The trick is to have enough consistency to stand up with the least amount of flour so the bread will be fluffy. It will most likely be 6 1/2 cups but in any case do not exceed 7 1/2 cups of wheat flour. You can trade one cup of wheat flour for one cup of all purpose white if you wish. Don't over mix or the bread will be tough.
- When your dough is finished, leave it in the mixer, cover the bowl and let it rise for about 30-45 minutes. The dough will be larger but it doesn't need to double.
- Grease two bread pans with Crisco. You can also flour the pans to reduce sticking.
- Mix the dough again just enough to knock it down at least close to the original size.
- Drop the dough on a floured surface so you can work the dough and shape it. Shape it with your hands to make a nice ball getting enough flour on it so it isn't sticky. Divide the ball in half and do it again. Shape the loaves by turning the dough under it's self over and over. When the dough is shaped the sides and ends will be sealed and all you will see is a nice oblong shaped loaf with smooth sides and top. Drop the loaves in your bread pans and let them rise until almost doubled. Bake in a preheated oven at 350 for 36 minutes. If you forgot to preheat 41 minutes. (gas oven).
- When done turn the bread out of the pan to a rack to cool. You can eat it right away (a great time for real butter) don't wrap it until completely cooled. (Condensation will make it soggy) Put in tinfoil to store on the counter. If you put it in the refrigerator it will turn into a brick. Enjoy.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 176.4, Fat 4, SaturatedFat 0.6, Sodium 293.6, Carbohydrate 32.5, Fiber 4.3, Sugar 4.9, Protein 5.4
Tips:
- Use a sourdough starter or biga: A sourdough starter or biga will add flavor and complexity to your bread. If you don't have a sourdough starter, you can make one from scratch or purchase one from a local bakery.
- Use high-quality ingredients: The quality of your ingredients will directly affect the quality of your bread. Use whole grain flour, filtered water, and sea salt for the best results.
- Knead the dough properly: Kneading the dough will develop the gluten and give your bread a chewy texture. Knead the dough for at least 10 minutes, or until it is smooth and elastic.
- Let the dough rise in a warm place: The dough needs to rise in a warm place in order to double in size. This will take about 1-2 hours, depending on the temperature of your kitchen.
- Bake the bread in a preheated oven: The oven should be preheated to 450 degrees Fahrenheit before you bake the bread. This will help the bread to rise and brown properly.
- Let the bread cool before slicing: Once the bread is baked, let it cool for at least 30 minutes before slicing. This will help the bread to set and prevent it from crumbling.
Conclusion:
Making 100% whole grain bread with a biga soaker is a rewarding experience. With a little planning and effort, you can enjoy delicious, healthy bread that is perfect for sandwiches, toast, or just eating on its own. So what are you waiting for? Give this recipe a try and see for yourself how easy it is to make delicious, healthy bread at home!
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