Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- Prepare the Autolyse: In a large bowl, combine the whole wheat flour and lukewarm water. Mix until there are no lumps, cover the bowl, and let the dough rest at room temperature for 30 minutes. This process hydrates the flour and helps gluten development.
- Add Remaining Ingredients: After 30 minutes, add the instant dry yeast, salt, powdered milk, olive oil, and honey to the dough. (You can mix the powdered milk, olive oil, and honey in a small bowl before adding them to ensure even distribution.) Stir everything together until well incorporated.
- Knead the Dough: Transfer the dough to a lightly floured work surface. Knead the dough by hand for 10-13 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic. If the dough is sticky, sprinkle a little more flour on the surface, but avoid adding too much.
- First Fermentation: Place the dough back into the bowl, cover it, and let it ferment in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until it has doubled in size.
- Shape the Dough: Once the dough has risen, punch it down gently to release the air. Divide the dough if necessary, and shape it into a round ball. Cover the dough and let it rest for 10 minutes.
- Form the Loaf: After resting, use a rolling pin to shape the dough into a rectangle that fits your loaf pan. Roll it up tightly and place it in a greased or lined loaf pan.
- Second Fermentation: Cover the dough again and let it rise in a warm place for 40-50 minutes, or until it has risen slightly above the edge of the pan.
- Bake the Bread: Preheat your oven to 170°C (340°F). Bake the bread for 22-25 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the loaf sounds hollow when tapped.
- Cool and Slice: Remove the baked bread from the pan immediately and let it cool completely on a wire rack. Once fully cooled, slice and enjoy!
