Sesame Free Classic Whole Wheat Bread
There is something deeply satisfying about pulling a golden, fragrant loaf out of the oven, and this whole wheat version delivers that moment every single time. The ingredient list is refreshingly short — just flour, water, yeast, honey, salt, and butter — so you know exactly what is going into every slice. That simplicity is a real win when store-bought breads so often sneak in sesame seeds, sesame oil, or are produced on shared lines with sesame-containing products. Honey adds a gentle sweetness that balances the earthy depth of whole wheat, while a final brush of melted butter gives the crust a gorgeous, glossy finish. The two-rise method takes a little patience, but it builds flavor and gives the loaf that soft, chewy crumb that makes it impossible to stop at one slice. Whether you are toasting it for breakfast or building a hearty sandwich, this is the kind of dependable, from-scratch bread that earns a permanent spot in your weekly rotation.
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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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