A delightful homemade bread recipe that combines the wholesome goodness of whole wheat with a touch of honey sweetness.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the warm water and honey, stirring until the honey dissolves.
Ensure the water is warm, around 110°F, to activate the yeast effectively.
Sprinkle the yeast over the water mixture and let it sit for 5-10 minutes until frothy.
If the yeast doesn't foam, it might be inactive. Start over with fresh yeast.
Add the salt, butter, whole wheat flour, and all-purpose flour to the yeast mixture. Stir until a dough forms.
Mix until the dough starts to pull away from the sides of the bowl.
Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
Use the heel of your hand to push the dough away and fold it back over itself.
Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
A warm, draft-free area is ideal for the dough to rise properly.
Punch down the dough, shape it into a loaf, and place it in a greased loaf pan.
Ensure the dough is evenly shaped to bake uniformly.
Cover the loaf pan with a kitchen towel and let the dough rise again for 30 minutes.
The dough should rise slightly above the edge of the pan.
Bake the loaf in a preheated oven at 350°F for 30-40 minutes until golden brown.
Tap the bottom of the loaf; a hollow sound indicates it's done.
Remove the bread from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Cooling on a wire rack prevents the bottom from becoming soggy.
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