Whole Wheat Sweet Dough for Rolls and Breads
This Whole Wheat Sweet Dough is a versatile, low-sodium recipe designed for baking delightful cinnamon rolls, sweet breads, and other pastries. Packed with the goodness of whole wheat flour, this dough is enriched with gluten for a better rise and texture, ensuring that your baked goods are soft, fluffy, and satisfying. Whether you're treating yourself to fresh cinnamon rolls in the morning or whipping up a batch of sweet dinner rolls, this dough will provide a wholesome foundation for your creations. It's easy to make in a bread machine, saving you time and effort without compromising flavor or quality.
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Servings
67
Calories
7
Ingredients
Ingredients
Lukewarm Water
1 1/3 cups (none)
Sugar
1/4 cup (none)
Unsalted Butter
1/4 cup (softened)
Gluten Flour
1/4 cup (none)
Whole Wheat Flour
3 - 3 1/4 cups (none)
Active Dry Yeast
2 1/2 teaspoons (1 packet)
Whole Wheat Flour (for dusting)
1/4 cup (none)
Instructions
1
In a bread machine, combine the lukewarm water, sugar, softened unsalted butter, gluten flour, whole wheat flour, and active dry yeast in the order listed.
2
Select the dough setting on your bread machine. If the dough appears too sticky during the first 5-10 minutes, add more whole wheat flour one teaspoon at a time until it reaches a soft, workable consistency. Conversely, if the dough is too dry, add lukewarm water teaspoon by teaspoon until it’s adequately moist.
3
Once the bread machine signals that the dough cycle is complete (approximately 1 to 1.5 hours), carefully remove the dough from the pan onto a lightly floured surface. Use the reserved 1/4 cup of whole wheat flour to dust the surface and prevent sticking as needed.
4
Gently knead the dough for a minute to form a smooth ball and then divide it in half. You can use each half to make your favorite sweet bread or rolls, such as cinnamon rolls or sticky buns, according to your specific recipe instructions.
5
Proceed to shape and bake according to your chosen recipe—each half will yield delectable treats that are sure to impress!
Nutrition Information
2.22g
Fat
10g
Carbs
2g
Protein
0.56mg
Sodium
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this recipe for?
This is a recipe for a versatile Whole Wheat Sweet Dough used for making cinnamon rolls, sweet breads, and other pastries.
Is this recipe low in sodium?
Yes, it is a low-sodium recipe containing only 0.56mg of sodium per serving.
What equipment is needed to make this dough?
This recipe is designed to be made easily using a bread machine.
Can I make cinnamon rolls with this dough?
Yes, this dough provides a wholesome foundation specifically recommended for cinnamon rolls.
Why is gluten flour included in the ingredients?
Gluten flour is used to ensure a better rise and a soft, fluffy texture in the whole wheat baked goods.
What temperature should the water be?
The water should be lukewarm to help activate the yeast properly.
What type of yeast is required?
The recipe calls for 2 1/2 teaspoons of active dry yeast, which is equivalent to one packet.
How much whole wheat flour is needed?
The dough requires 3 to 3 1/4 cups of whole wheat flour, plus an additional 1/4 cup for dusting.
What kind of butter should I use?
The recipe specifies using 1/4 cup of softened unsalted butter.
How much sugar is in the dough?
The recipe contains 1/4 cup of sugar.
How many calories are in a serving?
There are 67 calories per serving.
What is the fat content per serving?
Each serving contains 2.22g of fat.
How much protein does this dough provide?
This recipe provides 2g of protein per serving.
What should I do if the dough is too sticky?
If the dough is too sticky during the first 5-10 minutes of mixing, add more whole wheat flour one teaspoon at a time.
What should I do if the dough is too dry?
If the dough appears too dry, add lukewarm water teaspoon by teaspoon until it reaches the correct consistency.
What is the order for adding ingredients to the bread machine?
Combine lukewarm water, sugar, softened unsalted butter, gluten flour, whole wheat flour, and active dry yeast in that specific order.
Which bread machine setting should I use?
You should select the dough setting on your bread machine.
How long does the bread machine dough cycle take?
The dough cycle typically takes approximately 1 to 1.5 hours.
What do I do once the dough cycle is complete?
Carefully remove the dough from the pan onto a surface lightly dusted with the reserved whole wheat flour.
Do I need to knead the dough by hand?
Yes, after removing it from the bread machine, gently knead the dough for one minute to form a smooth ball.
How should the dough be divided?
After kneading, divide the dough in half to use for your favorite sweet bread or roll recipes.
Can I make sticky buns with this recipe?
Yes, this versatile dough is perfect for making sticky buns.
How many carbohydrates are in one serving?
There are 10g of carbohydrates per serving.
How much gluten flour is needed?
The recipe requires 1/4 cup of gluten flour.
What is the total number of ingredients?
There are 7 ingredients in this recipe.
Is this dough suitable for dinner rolls?
Yes, it can be used to make sweet dinner rolls.
How much water is used?
The recipe uses 1 1/3 cups of lukewarm water.
What prevents the dough from sticking to the surface?
A reserved 1/4 cup of whole wheat flour is used to dust the surface.
What is the final texture of the baked goods?
The resulting baked goods are described as soft, fluffy, and satisfying.
Are there any instructions for shaping the dough?
After dividing the dough, you should shape and bake it according to the specific instructions for the rolls or bread you are making.