Nutty Whole Wheat Loaf

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 staple in my kitchen for its simplicity and wholesome ingredients.

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

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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.

Quickly slice, dice, grate, and spiralize vegetables for salads, stir fries, and faster everyday meal prep.

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Quickly slice, dice, grate, and spiralize vegetables for salads, stir fries, and faster everyday meal prep.

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Nothing beats the smell of fresh baked bread filling the house and bringing everyone together around the table.

Notes

Add 2 tbsp of sunflower or pumpkin seeds for extra crunch or swirl in 1/4 cup raisins with the nuts for a touch of sweetness.

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 or almonds). Always check ingredient labels for cross contamination warnings.

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Enjoy this nutritious nutty loaf fresh or toasted with your favorite spread.

Questions & Answers

→ What nuts are used in the loaf?

Chopped walnuts, pecans, and hazelnuts or almonds are incorporated evenly into the dough.

→ Can I substitute the nuts with seeds?

Yes, sunflower or pumpkin seeds can be added for crunch and a different flavor profile.

→ How long should the dough rise?

The dough requires two rises: first for about 1 hour until doubled and second for 45 minutes after shaping.

→ What is the baking temperature and time?

Bake the loaf at 375°F (190°C) for 30–35 minutes until golden brown and hollow sounding when tapped.

→ Can this loaf be frozen?

Yes, it's best to slice the loaf before freezing to allow easy use and portioning later.

→ What ingredients give the bread its softness?

The combination of warm water, neutral oil, and kneading technique helps achieve a tender crumb.