Whole Wheat Orange Bread Recipe

Name: Whole Wheat Orange Bread Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 c. water; 4 tbsp. butter; 4 c. white flour; 1 pkg. granular yeast; 2 teaspoon salt; 1/2 c. brown sugar; 1/2 c. honey; 1 egg; Grated rind of 1 orange; 2 c. whole wheat flour

Servings: persons

1
Combine the water and butter in a saucepan and heat just till the butter melts.
2
Combine 2 c. of the white flour, yeast, salt and brown sugar in a mixing bowl.
3
Add in the water and butter mix, honey, egg and orange rind.
4
Blend briskly and thoroughly and work in the remaining white flour and the whole wheat flour.
5
Turn the mix out onto a lightly floured board and knead till smooth and elastic.
6
Shape into a ball.
7
Butter lightly a clean mixing bowl.
8
Add in dough and turn lightly to coat all sides.
9
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap.
10
Let stand in a hot place till doubled, about 2 hrs.
11
Turn the dough out and knead it lightly.
12
Cover and let rest 5 - 10 min.
13
Shape the dough in 2 loaves.
14
Arrange each loaf in a greased loaf pan.
15
Let rise again in a hot place, about 1 hour.
16
Preheat the oven to 375 degrees.
17
Bake for 45 min.

1623

kcal

Calories

Fat

323

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.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
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 c. water, 4 tbsp. butter, 4 c. white flour, 1 pkg. granular yeast, and more.

Yes, Whole Wheat Orange 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!