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Honey Molasses Wheat Bread

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Honey Molasses Wheat Bread is a hearty homemade wheat bread made with whole wheat flour, honey, molasses, and butter. This recipe makes four flavorful loaves that are perfect for sandwiches, toast, family meals, or freezing for later.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups warm water
  • 1/2 cup butter, softened
  • 1/4 cup molasses
  • 1/2 cup honey
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 6 cups whole wheat flour
  • 4 cups white flour
  • 4 1/2 teaspoons active dry yeast
  • 2 teaspoons sugar

Instructions

  1. Add the active dry yeast and 2 teaspoons of sugar to the warm water. Stir gently and let it sit for 5–8 minutes, until the yeast begins to foam.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened butter, molasses, honey, and salt. Stir until well combined.
  3. Pour in the yeast mixture, then gradually add the whole wheat flour and white flour. Continue mixing until a dough forms.
  4. Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 5–8 minutes, until the dough is smooth and elastic.
  5. Place the dough in a oiled bowl, cover, and let it rise until doubled in size.
  6. Punch the dough down, then divide it into four equal portions. Shape each portion into a loaf and place them into greased bread pans.
  7. Cover the pans and let the dough rise for about 1 hour, or until the loaves are nicely puffed and about 1/2 inch about bread pans.
  8. Bake at 375°F for 35–40 minutes, or until the loaves are golden brown and baked through.

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