Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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16
servings
7 g

Fast Rising Yeast

1 tsp

White Sugar

0.5 cup

Water

warm

12 unit

Water

0.33 cup

Powdered Milk

2 tbsp

Powdered Milk

0.25 cup

Vegetable Oil

0.25 cup

Honey

2 tsp

Salt

2 cup

Whole Wheat Flour

3 cup

Bread Flour

2 tbsp

Butter

Step 1
~11 min

Dissolve yeast and sugar in warm water.

Step 2
~11 min

Combine oil, water, and powdered milk in a saucepan and heat until slightly warm.

Step 3
~11 min

In a stand mixer bowl, combine the liquid mixture with the bread flour.

Step 4
~11 min

Let the mixture rest for 15 minutes.

Step 5
~11 min

Slowly incorporate the whole wheat flour.

Step 6
~11 min

Knead the dough by hand or with a bread hook for approximately 10 minutes.

Step 7
~11 min

Place the dough in a buttered bowl and turn to coat.

Step 8
~11 min

Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let it rise for one hour.

Step 9
~11 min

Punch down the dough and divide it in half.

Step 10
~11 min

Form the dough into loaves and place them in buttered 9x5 loaf pans.

Step 11
~11 min

Butter the top of the dough and cover loosely with wrap.

Step 12
~11 min

Let the dough rise in a warm area until doubled (about 45 minutes).

Step 13
~11 min

Place about 1 1/2 cups of water in a cake pan on the bottom oven rack, and preheat oven to 375F.

Step 14
~11 min

Bake for 25 to 35 minutes.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For a softer crust, brush with melted butter after baking.

Store in an airtight container to maintain freshness.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Dough can be prepared ahead of time and refrigerated overnight.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve as a side with soup or salad.

Use for sandwiches.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Soup
Salad
Sandwiches

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United States

Cultural Significance

A staple in American households.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Thanksgiving
Christmas

Occasion Tags

Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Snack

Popularity Score

70/100