If you’re looking to make Fresh Milled Grain Whole Wheat Bread in a bread machine, you’re in for a treat. The recipe combines wholesome ingredients to create a hearty loaf that will impress anyone who loves fresh bread. Get ready to enjoy the delightful aroma and taste of homemade bread.
For the best results, using freshly ground whole wheat flour is essential, as it adds a depth of flavor and nutrition. If you don’t have buttermilk on hand, you can make a quick substitute with water and apple cider vinegar. Also, feel free to experiment with different sweeteners instead of honey, or even replace the butter with a dairy-free alternative if needed for allergies.
Bread & Rolls
Fresh Milled Grain Whole Wheat Bread in Bread Machine Recipe
Ingredients
- 600 g whole wheat flour
- 4 tablespoons vital wheat gluten
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 1/2 tablespoons butter
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 16 ounces buttermilk
- 2 teaspoons yeast
Instructions
- Grind about 5 cups of hard red or hard white spring wheat to make just over 600 grams of flour. Be sure to weigh the flour, as the ensures precision.
- In your bread machine, add everything except the yeast and about 1 cup of flour.
- Turn on the bread machine to mix. The mixture will be gloopy, and a little mixing by hand might be necessary to ensure the wheat is well moistened. Stop mixing once it combines but don’t overdo it.
- Set your machine to the dough cycle for at least 8 hours. The waiting time is crucial for gluten development and breaking down phytic acids.
- Carefully pour the remaining flour on top of the dough and create a small indent in the flour. Add the yeast into the indent to prevent it from activating too soon. If your bread machine has a separate yeast chamber, you can skip the step.
- When the machine beeps the next morning, check the dough. It should be nicely risen, although it may not be as high as you expect compared to regular bread flour.
- Prepare your work surface by washing it well and spraying a little oil. Gently turn the dough onto the counter, folding it over itself a few times before tearing it in half.
- Shape each half into a rectangle and roll tightly. Place the rolled dough into an oiled bread pan, cover with a towel, and let it rise for another hour. You can place it in a warm oven (turned off) to aid in rising.
- Remove the towel and bake in a preheated oven at 350°F for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.