Nutmeg Free Bread Machine Whole Wheat Bread
There is something deeply satisfying about pulling a golden, hearty loaf out of a bread machine, and this whole wheat version delivers every time. The combination of honey and butter gives it a subtle sweetness and a tender crumb that store-bought whole wheat bread rarely manages to achieve. Vital wheat gluten is the quiet hero here — it strengthens the dough structure so the dense whole wheat flour still rises beautifully and slices cleanly without crumbling. Many packaged breads and spice blends sneak in unexpected seasonings, but this recipe keeps things completely straightforward with a short, honest ingredient list you can feel confident about. The bread machine does all the heavy lifting through kneading, rising, and baking, so your only real job is loading the pan and waiting for that incredible fresh-bread smell to fill your kitchen. Just make sure to let the loaf cool for a full hour before slicing — it's worth the patience, and the crumb will thank you.
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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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