THE RECIPE JOURNAL · Breakfast
Slow-Cooked Honey Wheat Bread
This comforting bread combines the natural sweetness of honey with wholesome wheat for a soft, flavorful loaf. Perfect for slow cooking, it fills your home with a warm, inviting aroma that’s hard to resist.
FROM THE KITCHEN • Slow-Cooked Honey Wheat Bread
01 THE RECIPE
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Follow these steps for a delicious result. Tick off each step as you go.
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Step 1
Start by warming the water in a microwave-safe measuring cup for about 45 seconds, just until it feels warm but not hot. Stir in the honey, oil, milk powder, salt, and yeast until everything is well combined. Pour this mixture into the bowl of your stand mixer fitted with the dough hook.
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Step 2
Add the flour a cup at a time, mixing on low speed until it’s incorporated. Once the flour is mostly mixed in, turn the speed up a bit and let the dough come together. If it feels too sticky, sprinkle in a little more flour until it forms a soft, elastic dough.
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Step 3
Lightly flour your work surface and turn the dough out onto it. Shape it into a ball, then spread some oats on the counter and roll the dough around so it picks up a nice coating of oats. Place the dough on a narrow piece of parchment paper and carefully transfer it into your slow cooker.
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Step 4
Cover and cook on high for about an hour and a half, or until the bread is fully cooked through and golden on the bottom. Let it cool a bit before slicing, and enjoy!
Why you’ll love it
This bread has a wonderful balance of sweetness and hearty flavor thanks to the honey and wheat flour. The slow cooking process brings out a tender crumb and a deep, rich taste that makes it perfect for any time of day.
How to serve
Enjoy this bread fresh with butter or your favorite jam. It also pairs well with soups and salads, or toasted with a drizzle of honey for a simple treat.
Storage & leftovers
Store the bread in an airtight container or bread box at room temperature to keep it soft. For longer storage, slice and freeze it, then toast slices as needed to refresh the flavor.
