Artificial Flavors Free Classic Whole Wheat Bread
There is something deeply satisfying about a loaf of bread made entirely from scratch, where you know exactly what went into it. Store-bought breads — even the wholesome-looking ones — often hide a surprising list of additives, including artificial flavors that have no business being in something as simple as bread. This recipe keeps things beautifully honest: whole wheat flour, honey, butter, yeast, salt, and water. That's it. The honey adds just a touch of natural sweetness that complements the nutty depth of the whole wheat, while the butter gives the crust a gorgeous, golden finish. Two rises build real flavor and a tender, chewy crumb that slices cleanly and holds up to anything you pile on top. Baking your own loaf means you're in full control — no label-reading required, no second-guessing what "natural and artificial flavors" actually means on a package. Once you pull this from the oven and catch that smell, it's hard to imagine going back to anything else.
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12 servings
- 1 ¼ cups warm water (105–110°f / 40–43°c)
- 2 ¼ tsp active dry yeast (1 standard packet)
- 2 tbsp honey
- 3 cups whole wheat flour, plus more for kneading
- 1 ½ tsp fine salt
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
Instructions
- 1
Combine the warm water, yeast, and honey in the bowl of a stand mixer (or a large mixing bowl). Stir briefly and let stand for 5–10 minutes, until the surface is foamy and the mixture smells yeasty.
- 2
Add the whole wheat flour and salt to the yeast mixture. Mix on low speed with the dough hook (or stir with a wooden spoon) until a shaggy dough forms, about 2 minutes.
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