Honey Wheat Bear Bread Recipe

Name: Honey Wheat Bear Bread Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 3/4-3 1/4 c. all-purpose flour; 2 teaspoon salt; 2 pkg. Fleischmann's active dry yeast; 1 1/2 c. water; 1/4 c. lowfat milk; 1/4 c. honey; 1/4 c. butter; 3 c. whole wheat flour; Seedless raisins; 1 egg, beaten

Servings: persons

1
Mix 2 c. all-purpose flour, salt and undissolved yeast.
2
Heat water, lowfat milk, honey and butter to 120-130 degrees.
3
Add in to dry ingredients; beat 2 min at medium speed of mixer.
4
Stir in 1 c. whole wheat flour; beat at high speed 2 min.
5
Stir in remaining whole wheat flour and sufficient remaining all-purpose flour to make stiff dough.
6
Knead 8-10 min.
7
Set in greased bowl; turn to grease top.
8
Cover; let rise in hot draft-free place till doubled in size, about 1 hour.
9
Punch dough down; divide into 4 equal pcs.
10
Form 2 pcs into balls.
11
Place each on greased baking sheet for body; flatten slightly.
12
Halve remaining pcs.
13
Form 2 pcs into balls.
14
Place above larger pcs for heads; flatten slightly.
15
Form each remaining piece, break off a small ball, about the size of a cherry and place for a nose.
16
Divide remaining dough into 12 equal pcs.
17
Shape into balls and attach to bears to create paws and ears; seal seams.
18
Cover; let rise till doubled, about 45 min.
19
Make an indentation in each ear.
20
Place raisins for eyes and belly button on each bear; brush with egg.
21
Bake at 400 degrees for 25-30 min.
22
Remove from sheets; cold.
23
3 c. all-purpose flour may be substituted.

1060

kcal

Calories

Fat

195

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 3/4-3 1/4 c. all-purpose flour, 2 teaspoon salt, 2 pkg. Fleischmann's active dry yeast, 1 1/2 c. water, and more.

Yes, Honey Wheat Bear Bread Recipe 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!