Pin It A wholesome, soft whole wheat bread enriched with a variety of nuts—perfect for hearty sandwiches or enjoying with butter.
This bread quickly became a family favorite for its soft texture and nutty flavor.
Ingredients
- Dough: 2 1/4 cups (280 g) whole wheat flour, 1 cup (125 g) bread flour (plus extra for kneading), 2 1/4 tsp (7 g) active dry yeast, 2 tbsp (25 g) light brown sugar, 1 tsp (6 g) fine sea salt, 1 1/4 cups (300 ml) warm water (about 110°F/43°C), 1/4 cup (60 ml) neutral oil (e.g., sunflower or canola)
- Nuts: 1/2 cup (60 g) chopped walnuts, 1/4 cup (30 g) chopped pecans, 1/4 cup (30 g) chopped hazelnuts (or almonds)
Instructions
- Step 1:
- In a large bowl, combine the whole wheat flour, bread flour, yeast, sugar, and salt. Mix well.
- Step 2:
- Add the warm water and oil to the dry ingredients. Mix until a soft dough forms.
- Step 3:
- Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 8 10 minutes, until smooth and elastic.
- Step 4:
- Gradually knead in the chopped nuts until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
- Step 5:
- Shape the dough into a ball, place it in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let rise in a warm spot for 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
- Step 6:
- Punch down the dough and transfer to a lightly floured surface. Gently shape into a loaf.
- Step 7:
- Place the shaped dough into a greased 9x5 inch (23x13 cm) loaf pan. Cover and let rise for 45 minutes, or until the loaf has risen about 1 inch above the pan.
- Step 8:
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Step 9:
- Bake the loaf for 30 35 minutes, or until golden brown and the loaf sounds hollow when tapped.
- Step 10:
- Remove from the pan and cool on a wire rack before slicing.
Pin It This bread is perfect for our family gatherings, creating warm memories with each slice.
Required Tools
Large mixing bowl, 9x5 inch (23x13 cm) loaf pan, measuring cups and spoons, dough scraper (optional), wire rack
Allergen Information
Contains wheat (gluten) and tree nuts (walnuts, pecans, hazelnuts/almonds). May contain traces of other allergens depending on nut source and flour. Always check ingredient labels for cross contamination warnings.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 170, Total Fat: 7 g, Carbohydrates: 23 g, Protein: 5 g per slice (approx 1/12 loaf)
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Recipe FAQs
- → What nuts are best for this bread?
Walnuts, pecans, and hazelnuts add a great balance of flavor and texture, but you can substitute or combine with almonds or seeds for variation.
- → Can I use all whole wheat flour?
A mix of whole wheat and bread flour provides structure and softness, but you can experiment with all whole wheat for a denser loaf.
- → How do I know when the bread is baked?
The loaf should be golden brown and sound hollow when tapped, typically after 30-35 minutes at 375°F.
- → Is it necessary to let the dough rise twice?
Yes, the two rises help develop flavor and create a light, airy texture in the loaf.
- → Can I add seeds or dried fruit?
Adding sunflower or pumpkin seeds offers crunch, while raisins add sweetness; both can be mixed into the dough along with the nuts.