Honey-Wheat Delight Bread (Bread Machine)
This Honey-Wheat Delight Bread is a perfect balance between soft, tender white bread and the hearty, nutty flavor of whole wheat. Made with a blend of bread flour and whole wheat flour, this recipe is enriched with the natural sweetness of honey and quick-cooking oats, adding texture and nutritional value to your daily bread. Ideal for sandwiches, toast, or simply enjoying fresh out of the bread machine, this bread is sure to delight anyone at the table. Perfectly suited for those who love homemade bread but want something light yet satisfying. The recipe is adapted from an Oster Bread Machine Book and is designed for both 1.5 lb and 2 lb loaves.
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Servings
200
Calories
8
Ingredients
Ingredients
water
1 cup (room temperature)
butter
2 tablespoons (softened to room temperature)
honey
1 1/2 tablespoons (liquid form)
salt
1 teaspoon (fine sea salt)
bread flour
2 1/4 cups (sifted)
whole wheat flour
1 cup (sifted)
quick-cooking oats
1/2 cup (uncooked)
dry active yeast
2 teaspoons (instant, for baking)
Instructions
1
Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature before starting.
2
In your bread machine's baking pan, add the liquid ingredients: water, butter, and honey.
3
In a separate bowl, combine the dry ingredients: bread flour, whole wheat flour, oats, and salt, and mix well.
4
Carefully pour the dry mixture over the liquid ingredients in the bread pan.
5
Make a small well in the center of the dry mix, and add the dry active yeast into that well to keep it separate from the salt and liquids until the mixing begins.
6
Select the 'Wheat' or 'Whole Wheat' setting on your bread machine based on your preference.
7
Choose your desired crust color setting.
8
Press the 'Start' button and let the machine do the work!
9
Once the baking cycle is complete, carefully remove the bread from the pan and let it cool on a wire rack before slicing.
Nutrition Information
5g
Fat
32g
Carbs
6.25g
Protein
3.75g
Fiber
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Honey-Wheat Delight Bread?
It is a soft, tender bread made with a blend of bread flour and whole wheat flour, enriched with honey and quick-cooking oats.
Can I make this bread in a bread machine?
Yes, this recipe is specifically designed to be made in a bread machine for convenience.
What setting should I use on my bread machine?
You should select the 'Wheat' or 'Whole Wheat' setting on your bread machine.
How many calories are in a serving of this bread?
Each serving contains approximately 200 calories.
What size loaf does this recipe make?
The recipe is adapted to work for both 1.5 lb and 2 lb loaves.
How much protein is in each serving?
There are 6.25g of protein per serving.
Does this recipe use honey?
Yes, it uses 1 1/2 tablespoons of liquid honey for natural sweetness.
What types of flour are required?
You will need 2 1/4 cups of bread flour and 1 cup of whole wheat flour.
Should the ingredients be cold or room temperature?
For best results, ensure all ingredients are at room temperature before starting.
What is the fat content per serving?
Each serving contains 5g of fat.
In what order should I add ingredients to the bread pan?
Add the liquid ingredients first, followed by the dry ingredients, and finally the yeast.
Why do I need to make a well in the dry ingredients for the yeast?
Making a well keeps the yeast separate from the salt and liquids until the mixing cycle begins.
Can I choose the crust color?
Yes, you can choose your desired crust color setting on your bread machine.
How should I cool the bread after baking?
Carefully remove the bread from the pan and let it cool on a wire rack before slicing.
What kind of oats are used in this recipe?
The recipe calls for 1/2 cup of uncooked quick-cooking oats.
How much fiber is in this bread?
This bread contains 3.75g of fiber per serving.
What kind of yeast is recommended?
The recipe uses 2 teaspoons of dry active or instant yeast.
Is this bread suitable for sandwiches?
Yes, it is ideal for sandwiches, toast, or simply enjoying fresh with butter.
Where did this recipe originate?
This recipe was adapted from an Oster Bread Machine Book.
What kind of salt should be used?
The recipe specifies 1 teaspoon of fine sea salt.
Should the flour be sifted?
Yes, the recipe suggests using sifted bread flour and whole wheat flour.
How many total ingredients are in this recipe?
There are 8 ingredients total: water, butter, honey, salt, bread flour, whole wheat flour, oats, and yeast.
Is the butter melted or softened?
The 2 tablespoons of butter should be softened to room temperature.
How many carbohydrates are in a serving?
There are 32g of carbohydrates per serving.
Is this bread considered healthy?
Yes, it is tagged as a healthy bread due to the whole wheat flour and oats.
Can I eat this bread for breakfast?
Yes, it is highly recommended as a breakfast bread or a snack.
What is the preparation for the water?
The water should be at room temperature before being added to the machine.
Does this bread contain sugar?
It uses honey as a natural sweetener instead of granulated sugar.
Is the texture of the bread heavy?
No, it is designed to be a light yet satisfying balance between white and whole wheat bread.
Can I use regular oats instead of quick-cooking oats?
Quick-cooking oats are recommended for the best texture in the bread machine cycle.