Hazelnut Free Bread Machine Whole Wheat Bread
There is something deeply satisfying about pulling a freshly baked whole wheat loaf out of a bread machine, and this one delivers a hearty, golden result every single time. The combination of honey and butter gives the crumb a subtle sweetness and a tender bite, while the vital wheat gluten helps the dense whole wheat flour rise beautifully without turning out heavy or gummy. Store-bought whole wheat breads can be a minefield when you're avoiding tree nuts, since shared production lines and vague "may contain" labels make it hard to feel confident about what you're actually eating. Baking at home with these straightforward pantry ingredients puts you completely in control of what goes into every slice. The bread machine does all the heavy lifting — just layer in the ingredients, select the Whole Wheat cycle, and let it run. The tip about keeping the yeast nestled in a well away from the salt is a small but important detail that helps ensure a proper rise. Let it cool the full hour before slicing and you'll be rewarded with a clean cut and a perfectly structured crumb that holds up beautifully for sandwiches or toast.
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12 servings
- 1 ⅛ cups warm water (80–90°f / 27–32°c)
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 ½ tsp salt
- 3 cups whole wheat flour
- 2 tsp vital wheat gluten
- 2 ¼ tsp active dry yeast (1 standard packet)
Instructions
- 1
Add the ingredients to the bread machine pan in the order listed: water, butter, honey, salt, whole wheat flour, vital wheat gluten, and yeast. Keep the yeast separate from the salt by making a small well in the center of the flour and adding the yeast there.
- 2
Insert the pan into the bread machine, select the Whole Wheat cycle, choose a 1.5 lb loaf size, and set the crust to Medium. Press Start and allow the machine to complete the full cycle, including kneading, rising, and baking — typically 3 to 3 hours 30 minutes total.
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