Cracked Wheat Bread Recipe

Name: Cracked Wheat Bread
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups cracked wheat; 1 tablespoon salt; 1 cup honey; 2 tablespoons butter; 2 cups boiling water; 1 1/2 cups white flour; 4 cups whole wheat flour; 2 tablespoons dry yeast; water; 1 egg; cornmeal

Servings: persons

1
Boil water (you'll need 2 cups).
2
In a large bowl, mix cracked wheat, salt, honey and butter.
3
Add 2 cups of boiling water to above ingredients; set aside.
4
Mix yeast and 1/2 C warm water. Let rise.
5
When the yeast has risen and the cracked wheat mixture has cooled to room temperature, then combine the two mixtures (yeast and cracked wheat).
6
Stir in 1 1/2 C white flour and 3-4 C whole wheat flour. NOTE: Dough will be stiff, knead in the last cup by hand.
7
Place in greased bowl, cover and let rise until double (about 90 minutes).
8
Grease cookie sheet and sprinkle with cornmeal; set aside.
9
Mix 1 egg and about 2 t water until smooth; set aside.
10
After the dough has risen, shape into two loaves (I prefer four--do what works for you!), place on greased/cornmeal-ed cookie sheet.
11
Paint with egg wash.
12
Make three slashes on the top of each loaf.
13
Let rise until double in size (about 30 minutes to an hour).
14
Bake at 350 degrees F for 30 - 35 minutes until golden.

1901

kcal

Calories

131

Fat

170

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups cracked wheat, 1 tablespoon salt, 1 cup honey, 2 tablespoons butter, and more.

Yes, Cracked Wheat Bread falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Cracked Wheat Bread

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