Whole Wheat Honey Bread

Ingredients and Weight:

1. Whole wheat flour: 500 grams
2. Honey: 60 grams
3. Warm water: 300 milliliters
4. Active dry yeast: 1 packet (about 7 grams)
5. Salt: 1 teaspoon
6. Unsalted butter: 50 grams
7. Egg: 1 (optional)

Preparation Time:

• Preparation Time: 2 hours (including rising time)
• Cooking Time: 30 minutes

Difficulty Level:

Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. In a large bowl, combine warm water and yeast. Let stand for 5 minutes until foamy.
2. Add honey, salt, and butter to the yeast mixture. Mix well.
3. Add whole wheat flour gradually and mix to form a dough. If using egg, add it at this stage.
4. Place the dough on a floured surface and knead for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
5. Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl and cover with a towel. Let rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
6. Punch down the dough and shape it into a bread loaf or individual rolls.
7. Place the shaped bread on a baking sheet and let rise for another 30 minutes.
8. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.
9. Bake the bread for 30 minutes or until golden brown and sound hollow when tapped.
10. Remove from the oven and cool on a wire rack.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: About 250 per serving (based on an 8-serving recipe)
• Fat: 6 grams
• Carbohydrates: 45 grams
• Protein: 8 grams
• Fiber: 4 grams (due to the use of whole wheat flour)

Dish Characteristics:

• The bread has a sweet and slightly nutty taste from the honey and whole wheat flour.
• It has a soft and slightly chewy texture with a golden brown crust.
• It pairs well with butter, jam, or as a side for soup or sandwiches.

User Comments:

1. "This bread was amazing! The honey gave it a unique flavor, and the whole wheat flour made it very hearty."
2. "I love the texture of this bread. It's soft and moist with a great crust."
3. "This recipe is easy to follow and the bread came out perfect every time I made it."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Be sure to use warm water when activating the yeast as it helps it to grow and activate properly.
• Kneading the dough is an important step as it helps to develop the gluten in the flour, resulting in a more elastic and chewy bread.
• Let the bread rise in a warm place to ensure it rises properly and doubles in size.
• Adjust the baking time according to your oven's calibration to ensure the bread is cooked through but not overdone.