100% HONEY WHOLE WHEAT/CRACKED WHEAT BREAD

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This recipe is adapted from The El Molino Cookbook that I've had for a million years!This has the potential to make 3 loaves and is the ONLY recipe I use for whole wheat bread.It is the moistest I've ever had and because honey is a natural preservative it has a longer shelf life. You can add a little more honey and make amazing dinner rolls or cinnamon rolls.The cookbook states "the same natural ingredients but a new improved method that gives a higher, lighter loaf." Yes, this rises 3 times! I use the quick acting yeast and am able to make 9 loaves in a day without stressing out.You can substitute about a cup of the whole wheat flour with a cup of white bread flour but I rarely do.Enjoy!

Provided by NVirginian

Categories     Yeast Breads

Time 1h30m

Yield 3 loaves

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup warm water (110-115 degrees)
2 (1/4 ounce) packages fast-rising active dry yeast
1 cup milk, scalded and cooled to 110 degrees
1/3 cup honey
1/4 cup oil
2 teaspoons salt
2 eggs
5 1/2-6 cups stone ground whole wheat flour
1/2 cup cracked wheat, softened in 1 c hot water for 1 hour

Steps:

  • In the bowl of your electric mixer (I use a KitchenAid ) dissolve yeast in warm water. Add milk, honey, oil, salt and eggs. Mix until blended.
  • Add 2 1/2 cups of the flour and beat for 3 to 4 minutes. Cover bowl with plastic wrap or a warm towel and allow sponge to rise in a warm place until doubled in bulk, about 30 minutes.
  • Mix in remaining flour reserving 1/2 C for kneading. At this point you may add the softened cracked wheat if desired. This may seem a little stickier than you may be used to but as long as your fingers don't stick in the dough you have the right amount of flour.
  • Turn out onto floured board or counter top or use the dough hook from your mixer. Knead for 8 to 10 minutes until elastic and smooth.
  • Put in a large buttered bowl and let rise in warm place until doubled in bulk.
  • Punch dough down. On lightly floured board or counter top divide into 3 equal portions. Shape into loaves and place in buttered loaf pans approximately 8" X 4".
  • Cover and let rise for the third time until doubled in bulk.
  • Bake at 375 degrees for 30 - 35 minutes. The bread tests done when the crust make a hollow sound when tapped.
  • Remove from pans and brush with melted butter. Cover with a hot damp towel to soften crust if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 423, Fat 24.9, SaturatedFat 5.3, Cholesterol 152.4, Sodium 1645, Carbohydrate 43.9, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 31.2, Protein 10

Shahezad Babar
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This bread is amazing! It's so soft and fluffy, and the honey flavor is perfect. I'll definitely be making this again and again.


Md. Naim
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I've made this bread several times and it always turns out perfectly. It's a great recipe for a healthy and delicious whole wheat bread.


Shiva kr Shah
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This bread is a bit too dense for my taste. I prefer a lighter, fluffier bread.


Topajjol Topajjol
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I'm not a big fan of whole wheat bread, but this bread is actually really good. It's soft and fluffy, and the honey flavor is perfect.


RIPON BHAIYU
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This bread is delicious! I love the honey flavor and the cracked wheat gives it a nice texture.


mona khan
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I've been making this bread for years and it's always a hit. It's the perfect bread for sandwiches, toast, or just eating plain.


Hayden Frederick
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This bread is so easy to make, even for a beginner like me. I'm definitely going to be making this again and again.


Awoyemi Abidemi
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I made this bread for my family and they loved it! Even my picky kids ate it all up.


Aryanah Jones
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I followed the recipe exactly, but my bread didn't turn out as well as I hoped. It was a bit dry and crumbly.


Taropist of Love
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This bread is a bit denser than I expected, but it still has a great flavor. I think it would be perfect for sandwiches.


Naboth Chauke
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I was a bit skeptical about the cracked wheat, but it actually adds a nice texture to the bread. I'm really happy with how this bread turned out.


Yaseen Yousafzai
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This bread is amazing! It's so soft and fluffy, and the honey flavor is perfect. I'll definitely be making this again.


Muneeb King
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I'm so glad I found this recipe! I've been looking for a healthy and delicious whole wheat bread recipe for a long time. This bread is perfect!


omeer afridi
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This bread is a game-changer! I've been baking for years, but this is the best whole wheat bread I've ever made. The combination of honey and cracked wheat gives it a delicious flavor and texture.