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 family favorite after I served it fresh from the oven one weekend morning.

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.

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Baking this loaf has brought many cozy family mornings with fresh buttered slices shared around the table.

Notes

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

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/almonds). May contain traces of other allergens depending on nut source and flour. Always check ingredient labels for cross-contamination warnings.

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This nutty whole wheat loaf is a versatile staple that you'll return to again and again.

Recipe FAQs

→ What nuts are used in this loaf?

Chopped walnuts, pecans, and hazelnuts (or almonds) are kneaded into the dough for a rich, nutty texture.

→ Can I substitute the nuts?

Yes, feel free to use any combination of nuts or add seeds like sunflower or pumpkin for extra crunch.

→ How do I know when the loaf is baked properly?

The loaf should be golden brown and produce a hollow sound when gently tapped on the bottom.

→ What is the rising time for the dough?

The dough rises twice: first for about 1 hour until doubled in size, then 45 minutes after shaping into the loaf.

→ Is this loaf suitable for vegetarians?

Yes, this loaf contains no animal products and fits a vegetarian diet.