Turkey Free Classic Whole Wheat Bread
There is something deeply satisfying about pulling a golden, fragrant loaf out of the oven and knowing exactly what went into it. This whole wheat bread is built on just a handful of honest ingredients — warm water, yeast, honey, flour, salt, and butter — so there is nothing unexpected hiding in the mix. The honey gives the crust a beautiful deep color and a subtle sweetness, while the butter brushed on top right out of the oven makes every slice taste like it came from a proper bakery. Whole wheat flour keeps things hearty and nutty-flavored, so this loaf holds up beautifully for sandwiches, toast, or just torn apart while it's still warm. The two-rise method takes a little patience, but the result is a tall, domed loaf with a tender crumb and a crust that crackles when you cut into it. Since this is made entirely from scratch with simple pantry staples, there is zero guesswork about what you are actually eating — no mystery additives, no shared-facility concerns, just real bread done right.
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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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