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Easy One-Bowl Honey Wheat Bread Recipe No Knead Perfect for Beginners

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A simple no-knead honey wheat bread recipe that delivers a soft crumb and subtle sweetness, perfect for beginners and busy days.

Ingredients

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  • 3 cups whole wheat flour (360g)
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour (120g)
  • 2 ¼ tsp active dry yeast (7g)
  • 1 ½ cups warm water (110°F / 43°C) (360ml)
  • 3 tbsp honey
  • 1 ½ tsp salt
  • 2 tbsp olive oil or melted butter
  • Optional: rolled oats for topping
  • Optional variations: ¼ cup mixed seeds, 1 tbsp dried rosemary or thyme, 1 tsp cinnamon, ½ cup chopped nuts or dried fruit

Instructions

  1. In a large mixing bowl, stir together whole wheat flour, all-purpose flour, yeast, and salt until evenly mixed, keeping yeast and salt apart before mixing.
  2. Add warm water, honey, and olive oil or melted butter. Stir with a wooden spoon or spatula until just combined into a shaggy, sticky dough.
  3. Cover the bowl with a kitchen towel or plastic wrap and let rise at room temperature (70°F/21°C) for 1 to 1 ½ hours until dough doubles in size and bubbles form.
  4. Lightly flour hands and surface, scrape dough out of bowl, and shape into a rough loaf. Place in a greased loaf pan or Dutch oven lined with parchment paper.
  5. Cover dough again and let rest for 30 to 45 minutes for a second rise.
  6. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) about 20 minutes before baking. If using a Dutch oven, place it inside the oven to heat.
  7. Bake uncovered for 30-35 minutes if using a loaf pan, or bake covered for 20 minutes then uncovered for 15 minutes if using a Dutch oven, until crust is golden brown and loaf sounds hollow when tapped.
  8. Transfer bread to a wire rack and cool completely for at least 1 hour before slicing.

Notes

Use warm water (about 110°F) to activate yeast without killing it. Let dough fully double in size for best texture. Cool bread completely before slicing to avoid gummy texture. Baking in a Dutch oven traps steam for a crispier crust. Optional toppings like rolled oats or seeds add texture. For vegan version, replace honey with maple syrup or agave nectar. For gluten-free, use gluten-free flour blend with xanthan gum.

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