Healthy Brown Bread Recipe

Name: Healthy Brown Bread
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 5 c. warm water; 1 to 2 pkg. yeast (depending on how fast you want it to rise); 1/2 c. oil; 1/2 c. molasses; 1/2 c. honey; 2 tsp. to 1 Tbsp. salt; 1 tsp. poppy seed; 1 tsp. sunflower seeds; 1 tsp. seed of your choice; 8 c. whole wheat flour; 2 to 3 c. rye flour; unbleached flour or other flour, enough to make firm but still soft dough

Servings: persons

5 c. warm water
1 to 2 pkg. yeast (depending on how fast you want it to rise)
1/2 c. oil
1/2 c. molasses
1/2 c. honey
2 tsp. to 1 Tbsp. salt
1 tsp. poppy seed
1 tsp. sunflower seeds
1 tsp. seed of your choice
8 c. whole wheat flour
2 to 3 c. rye flour
unbleached flour or other flour, enough to make firm but still soft dough

1
Fast, easy one bowl directions:
2
Put 4 cups of the water through the coffeemaker to heat.
3
Get small bowl or cup and put one half of a cup of the hot water in it and enough of the remaining one cup of cold water in it to make warm, but not hot.
4
Dissolve yeast in hot water.
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Get a large plastic bowl, pour the 4 1/2 cups of hot water and the remaining cold water together in bowl.
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Using a two-cup measuring cup, if possible, pour the oil first, then the molasses and honey (the oil coats the cup and keeps the molasses and honey from sticking on the cup) into the bowl, add the salt and stir mixture well.
7
Add the whole wheat flour gradually.
8
Mix in seeds.
9
Mix in remaining flour until your dough is soft but firm. Knead well and rub surface with a little oil.
10
Put cover on bowl and let rise until double.
11
Punch down and divide into three parts. Put in bread pans or cake pans for round loaves.
12
Bake at 325u00b0 for 20 to 30 minutes.
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Bake until top is nicely browned.
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Make sure you don't take out too soon.
15
Take out of pans and cool on racks, rub surface with stick of butter while hot and let cool (cover with cloth if desired).
16
Makes great bread; slices well, extremely healthy for snacks, sandwiches, toast, etc.
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Three loaves lasts us only about 5 days or so.

2178

kcal

Calories

Fat

408

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.
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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 5 c. warm water, 1 to 2 pkg. yeast (depending on how fast you want it to rise), 1/2 c. oil, 1/2 c. molasses, and more.

Yes, Healthy Brown 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!

Healthy Brown Bread

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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