How to Bake Traditional Honey Wheat Bread

Baking traditional honey wheat bread is a great way to enjoy fresh, homemade bread that is both delicious and nutritious. Here's a step-by-step guide on how to bake it:

Ingredients: - 3 cups whole wheat flour - 1 cup bread flour - 1/2 cup warm water - 1/2 cup warm milk - 1/4 cup honey - 1/4 cup vegetable oil - 1 1/2 tsp salt - 2 1/4 tsp instant yeast

Instructions:

1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the whole wheat flour, bread flour, salt, and yeast.

2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the warm water, warm milk, honey, and vegetable oil.

3. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until the dough comes together.

4. Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 10 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.

5. Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until it doubles in size.

6. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

7. Once the dough has risen, punch it down to release any air bubbles, and shape it into a loaf.

8. Place the dough in a greased loaf pan, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise for another 30-45 minutes.

9. Brush the top of the bread with a beaten egg or a mixture of honey and water.

10. Bake the bread for 35-40 minutes or until it is golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped.

11. Remove the bread from the oven and let it cool on a wire rack.

12. Slice and serve the bread while it's still warm, spread some butter or jam on it, and enjoy!

Tips: - To get a softer bread, you can substitute some of the whole wheat flour with bread flour. - You can add some seeds or nuts to the dough for extra flavor and texture. - Store the bread in a plastic bag or an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3-4 days.