Lactose Free Sprouted Grain Bread
There is something deeply satisfying about pulling a golden, hearty loaf from the oven, especially when you made it entirely from scratch. This bread gets its nutty depth and slightly chewy texture from sprouted whole wheat flour, which brings a natural sweetness and a more complex flavor than standard whole wheat. Ground flaxseed adds a subtle earthiness and a boost of wholesome goodness, while a drizzle of olive oil keeps the crumb tender without a drop of dairy anywhere in the recipe. That means no butter, no milk, no hidden cream — just clean, simple ingredients that work beautifully together. The two-rise method gives the loaf real structure and that gorgeous crown above the pan, and the optional oat topping adds a rustic, bakery-style finish. Store-bought whole grain breads often sneak in milk solids or whey, so baking your own is the most reliable way to know exactly what you're eating. Let it cool fully before slicing — if you can wait that long — and enjoy it toasted, stacked, or eaten warm with a generous drizzle of olive oil.
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12 servings
- 1 cup warm water (105–110°f / 40–43°c)
- 2 ¼ tsp active dry yeast (1 standard packet)
- 1 tbsp honey
- 3 cups sprouted whole wheat flour, plus more for dusting
- 1 tsp fine sea salt
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, plus more for the bowl and pan
- 2 tbsp ground flaxseed
- 1 tbsp rolled oats, for topping (optional)
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 5–8 minutes, until the surface is foamy and the mixture smells yeasty.
- 2
Add the sprouted whole wheat flour, salt, olive oil, and ground flaxseed to the yeast mixture. Mix on low speed with the dough hook for 2 minutes, then increase to medium and knead for 6–8 minutes, until the dough is smooth, slightly tacky, and pulls cleanly away from the sides of the bowl. (To knead by hand: turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 10 minutes, until smooth and elastic.)
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