Golden Twisted Whole Wheat Monastery Bread

100% Whole Wheat Bread Recipe

Prep Time: 2 hours
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Total Time: 2 hours 40 minutes
Servings: 20 slices (2 loaves)

Description

Discover the tradition of Abbey of Our Lady of the Holy Trinity’s whole wheat bread, perfected by their monks and now shared for you to bake at home. This hearty bread is made with 2-grain cereal produced at the monastery, ensuring a wholesome and satisfying loaf every time.

Ingredients

Instructions

1. Prepare Milk Mixture

   • In a saucepan, heat the milk until it is warm but not boiling.
   • Remove from heat and stir in the light brown sugar, salt, and 1/4 cup of butter until well blended.
   • Let the mixture cool to lukewarm.

2. Activate Yeast

   • In a large bowl, sprinkle the active dry yeast over the warm water.
   • Stir gently to dissolve the yeast.
   • Add the lukewarm milk mixture to the bowl with yeast-water mixture and stir to combine.

3. Mix Dough

   • Gradually add 4 cups of whole wheat flour to the bowl.
   • Beat vigorously with a wooden spoon until the mixture is smooth.
   • Gradually add the remaining whole wheat flour, mixing well after each addition.
   • Once the dough becomes too stiff to mix with a spoon, use your hands to incorporate the flour until a stiff dough forms.

4. Knead Dough

   • Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface.
   • Knead the dough for about 5 minutes until it is smooth and elastic.

5. First Rise

   • Place the kneaded dough in a greased large bowl, turning once to coat the dough with grease.
   • Cover the bowl with a towel and let it rise in a warm place (around 85°F) until it doubles in size, about 1 hour.

6. Shape the Loaves

   • Once doubled in size, punch down the dough and turn it out onto a floured surface.
   • Divide the dough into halves.
   • Cover and let it rest for about 10 minutes.
   • Divide each half into two pieces and roll each piece into a 12-inch strip.
   • Twist two strips together and repeat with the remaining pieces.
   • Roll each twisted strip into a ball and place into greased 9x5x2-3/4 inch loaf pans, shaping them to fit evenly into the pans.

7. Second Rise

   • Brush the tops of the loaves with melted butter.
   • Let the loaves rise in a warm place until the dough rises to the tops of the pans, about 1 hour.

8. Bake

   • Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
   • Bake the loaves in the middle of the oven for 35-40 minutes, until golden brown and baked through.
   • Remove the loaves from the oven and immediately turn them out onto racks.
   • Brush the tops of the loaves with additional melted butter while still warm.

9. Cool and Serve

   • Allow the bread to cool completely on racks before slicing.
   • Enjoy this wholesome 100% whole wheat bread with butter, jam, or your favorite toppings!

Nutritional Information (per slice)

• Calories: 227.2
• Total Fat: 6.2g
  • Saturated Fat: 3.3g
• Cholesterol: 14.1mg
• Sodium: 398.7mg
• Total Carbohydrates: 38.7g
  • Dietary Fiber: 5.3g
  • Sugars: 2.9g
• Protein: 7.5g

Recipe Notes

• This bread freezes well. Once completely cooled, wrap tightly in foil and place in a freezer bag for up to 3 months.
• Ensure the yeast is fresh and not expired for best results in rising the dough.
• You can customize this recipe by adding nuts, seeds, or dried fruits to the dough before shaping.

Keywords

Breads, Grains, Healthy, For Large Groups, Oven, Less than 4 Hours

Reviews

This recipe has received a 5-star rating from 12 reviewers.

This wholesome 100% whole wheat bread recipe from the Abbey of Our Lady of the Holy Trinity offers a taste of tradition and health in every slice. Perfect for serving fresh or toasted with your favorite spreads, it’s a delightful addition to any meal or gathering. Enjoy the process of baking and savor the delicious results with family and friends! 🍞