{"id":3846,"date":"2025-06-12T14:12:22","date_gmt":"2025-06-12T11:12:22","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/gwenjikoni.com\/?p=3846"},"modified":"2025-07-11T12:04:20","modified_gmt":"2025-07-11T09:04:20","slug":"soft-buttery-whole-wheat-sandwich-bread","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/gwenjikoni.com\/index.php\/2025\/06\/12\/soft-buttery-whole-wheat-sandwich-bread\/","title":{"rendered":"Soft &amp; Buttery Whole Wheat Sandwich Bread"},"content":{"rendered":"<a href=\"#wprm-recipe-container-3847\" data-recipe=\"3847\" style=\"color: #333333;\" class=\"wprm-recipe-jump wprm-recipe-link wprm-jump-to-recipe-shortcode wprm-block-text-normal\">Jump to Recipe<\/a>\n\n\n<p>There\u2019s something magical about the aroma of freshly baked bread filling your kitchen. And when it\u2019s a wholesome, homemade loaf made with whole wheat flour, it\u2019s even better \u2014 delicious, nourishing, and free from preservatives. Today, I\u2019m sharing my go-to <strong>Soft & Buttery<\/strong> <strong>Whole Wheat Sandwich Bread<\/strong> recipe. It\u2019s soft, lightly sweetened, and incredibly easy to make whether you\u2019re kneading by hand or using a mixer. Perfect for breakfast toast, sandwiches, or simply slathered with your favorite spread.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/gwenjikoni.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/IMG_4103.jpg?resize=1024%2C576&ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3880\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/gwenjikoni.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/IMG_4103-scaled.jpg?resize=1024%2C576&ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/gwenjikoni.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/IMG_4103-scaled.jpg?resize=300%2C169&ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/gwenjikoni.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/IMG_4103-scaled.jpg?resize=768%2C432&ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/gwenjikoni.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/IMG_4103-scaled.jpg?resize=1536%2C864&ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/gwenjikoni.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/IMG_4103-scaled.jpg?resize=2048%2C1152&ssl=1 2048w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/gwenjikoni.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/IMG_4103-scaled.jpg?resize=480%2C270&ssl=1 480w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/gwenjikoni.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/IMG_4103-scaled.jpg?resize=600%2C338&ssl=1 600w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/gwenjikoni.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/IMG_4103-scaled.jpg?w=2400&ssl=1 2400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The role of each ingredient in this Soft & Buttery Whole Wheat Sandwich Bread<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/gwenjikoni.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IMG_5280.jpg?resize=1024%2C576&ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3865\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/gwenjikoni.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IMG_5280-scaled.jpg?resize=1024%2C576&ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/gwenjikoni.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IMG_5280-scaled.jpg?resize=300%2C169&ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/gwenjikoni.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IMG_5280-scaled.jpg?resize=768%2C432&ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/gwenjikoni.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IMG_5280-scaled.jpg?resize=1536%2C864&ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/gwenjikoni.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IMG_5280-scaled.jpg?resize=2048%2C1152&ssl=1 2048w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/gwenjikoni.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IMG_5280-scaled.jpg?resize=480%2C270&ssl=1 480w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/gwenjikoni.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IMG_5280-scaled.jpg?resize=600%2C338&ssl=1 600w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/gwenjikoni.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IMG_5280-scaled.jpg?w=2400&ssl=1 2400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Whole Wheat Bread Flour<\/strong>: This flour forms the base of your bread, providing structure and a hearty, wholesome flavor. Whole wheat flour contains the entire grain (bran, germ, and endosperm), which gives it a denser texture and richer nutritional profile compared to white flour. It also absorbs more liquid and contributes to a nuttier taste.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>All-Purpose Flour<\/strong>: Blending all-purpose flour with whole wheat flour helps soften the overall texture of the bread. Whole wheat on its own can make bread quite dense, so adding all-purpose flour lightens the crumb while still offering structure and elasticity for a well-balanced loaf.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Warm Water<\/strong>: Water hydrates the flour, activates the yeast, and helps dissolve the sugar and salt. It forms the basis of the dough\u2019s consistency, allowing gluten to develop properly for a chewy and structured bread.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Warm Whole Milk<\/strong>: Milk adds richness, tenderness, and a slightly sweet flavor. It also contributes to a softer crumb and gives the crust a lovely golden color when baked, thanks to the natural sugars and proteins in milk.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Instant Dry Yeast<\/strong>: Yeast is the leavening agent that makes the bread rise. It feeds on the sugar in the dough, producing carbon dioxide gas and alcohol. The gas gets trapped in the dough\u2019s gluten structure, causing it to expand and rise while developing flavor.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Sugar<\/strong>: Sugar serves a few important roles: Feeds the yeast, helping it activate and rise faster, Adds a subtle sweetness to balance the earthy whole wheat flavor and Aids in browning the crust during baking through caramelization.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Unsalted Butter<\/strong>: Butter enriches the dough, making it soft, tender, and flavorful. It also contributes to a finer, more tender crumb and slows down staling, helping the bread stay fresh a little longer. Using unsalted butter gives you better control over the overall saltiness.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Salt<\/strong>: Salt does more than season your bread \u2014 it: Enhances overall flavor, Strengthens gluten structure, making the dough more elastic and resilient and Controls yeast activity, preventing it from growing too quickly and giving the dough time to develop flavor.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step By Step Instructions of the Soft & Buttery Whole Wheat Sandwich Bread<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 1: Activate the Yeast<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the warm water, warm milk, sugar, and instant dry yeast. Let it sit for about <strong>5 minutes<\/strong> until it turns foamy. This step ensures your yeast is alive and ready to work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/gwenjikoni.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IMG_5294.jpg?resize=1024%2C576&ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3866\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/gwenjikoni.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IMG_5294-scaled.jpg?resize=1024%2C576&ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/gwenjikoni.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IMG_5294-scaled.jpg?resize=300%2C169&ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/gwenjikoni.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IMG_5294-scaled.jpg?resize=768%2C432&ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/gwenjikoni.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IMG_5294-scaled.jpg?resize=1536%2C864&ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/gwenjikoni.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IMG_5294-scaled.jpg?resize=2048%2C1152&ssl=1 2048w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/gwenjikoni.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IMG_5294-scaled.jpg?resize=480%2C270&ssl=1 480w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/gwenjikoni.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IMG_5294-scaled.jpg?resize=600%2C338&ssl=1 600w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/gwenjikoni.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IMG_5294-scaled.jpg?w=2400&ssl=1 2400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 2: Start the Dough<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Add the butter and salt to the yeast mixture, followed by about <strong>1 cup of the flour mixture<\/strong> (a combination of the whole wheat and all-purpose flour). Stir until combined.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/gwenjikoni.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IMG_5309.jpg?resize=1024%2C576&ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3867\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/gwenjikoni.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IMG_5309-scaled.jpg?resize=1024%2C576&ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/gwenjikoni.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IMG_5309-scaled.jpg?resize=300%2C169&ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/gwenjikoni.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IMG_5309-scaled.jpg?resize=768%2C432&ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/gwenjikoni.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IMG_5309-scaled.jpg?resize=1536%2C864&ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/gwenjikoni.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IMG_5309-scaled.jpg?resize=2048%2C1152&ssl=1 2048w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/gwenjikoni.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IMG_5309-scaled.jpg?resize=480%2C270&ssl=1 480w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/gwenjikoni.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IMG_5309-scaled.jpg?resize=600%2C338&ssl=1 600w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/gwenjikoni.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IMG_5309-scaled.jpg?w=2400&ssl=1 2400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 3:  Knead the Dough<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Gradually add the remaining flour, kneading as you go. You can do this by hand on a lightly floured surface or using a stand mixer fitted with a dough hook. Knead until the dough is <strong>soft, elastic, and slightly tacky but not sticky.<\/strong> This should take about <strong>8-10 minutes<\/strong> by hand or <strong>5-7 minutes<\/strong> with a mixer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/gwenjikoni.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IMG_5322.jpg?resize=1024%2C576&ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3868\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/gwenjikoni.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IMG_5322-scaled.jpg?resize=1024%2C576&ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/gwenjikoni.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IMG_5322-scaled.jpg?resize=300%2C169&ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/gwenjikoni.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IMG_5322-scaled.jpg?resize=768%2C432&ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/gwenjikoni.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IMG_5322-scaled.jpg?resize=1536%2C864&ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/gwenjikoni.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IMG_5322-scaled.jpg?resize=2048%2C1152&ssl=1 2048w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/gwenjikoni.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IMG_5322-scaled.jpg?resize=480%2C270&ssl=1 480w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/gwenjikoni.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IMG_5322-scaled.jpg?resize=600%2C338&ssl=1 600w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/gwenjikoni.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IMG_5322-scaled.jpg?w=2400&ssl=1 2400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 4: First Rise<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Shape the dough into a ball and place it in a lightly greased bowl. Cover with a clean kitchen towel or plastic wrap and let it rise in a warm spot for <strong>1-2 hours<\/strong>, or until doubled in size.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"727\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/gwenjikoni.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IMG_5336-2.jpg?resize=1024%2C727&ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3877\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/gwenjikoni.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IMG_5336-2.jpg?resize=1024%2C727&ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/gwenjikoni.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IMG_5336-2.jpg?resize=300%2C213&ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/gwenjikoni.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IMG_5336-2.jpg?resize=768%2C545&ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/gwenjikoni.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IMG_5336-2.jpg?resize=1536%2C1091&ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/gwenjikoni.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IMG_5336-2.jpg?resize=2048%2C1454&ssl=1 2048w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/gwenjikoni.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IMG_5336-2.jpg?resize=600%2C426&ssl=1 600w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/gwenjikoni.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IMG_5336-2.jpg?w=2400&ssl=1 2400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 5: Shape the Loaf<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Once risen, punch down the dough to release the air. Roll it out into a rectangle, then form it into a log. Place the shaped dough into a greased loaf tin.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/gwenjikoni.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IMG_5340.jpg?resize=1024%2C576&ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3872\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/gwenjikoni.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IMG_5340-scaled.jpg?resize=1024%2C576&ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/gwenjikoni.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IMG_5340-scaled.jpg?resize=300%2C169&ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/gwenjikoni.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IMG_5340-scaled.jpg?resize=768%2C432&ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/gwenjikoni.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IMG_5340-scaled.jpg?resize=1536%2C864&ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/gwenjikoni.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IMG_5340-scaled.jpg?resize=2048%2C1152&ssl=1 2048w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/gwenjikoni.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IMG_5340-scaled.jpg?resize=480%2C270&ssl=1 480w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/gwenjikoni.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IMG_5340-scaled.jpg?resize=600%2C338&ssl=1 600w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/gwenjikoni.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IMG_5340-scaled.jpg?w=2400&ssl=1 2400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 6: Second Rise<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Cover and let the dough rise again for about <strong>1 hour<\/strong>, until it has puffed up nicely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/gwenjikoni.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IMG_5348.jpg?resize=1024%2C576&ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3871\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/gwenjikoni.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IMG_5348-scaled.jpg?resize=1024%2C576&ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/gwenjikoni.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IMG_5348-scaled.jpg?resize=300%2C169&ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/gwenjikoni.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IMG_5348-scaled.jpg?resize=768%2C432&ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/gwenjikoni.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IMG_5348-scaled.jpg?resize=1536%2C864&ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/gwenjikoni.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IMG_5348-scaled.jpg?resize=2048%2C1152&ssl=1 2048w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/gwenjikoni.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IMG_5348-scaled.jpg?resize=480%2C270&ssl=1 480w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/gwenjikoni.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IMG_5348-scaled.jpg?resize=600%2C338&ssl=1 600w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/gwenjikoni.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IMG_5348-scaled.jpg?w=2400&ssl=1 2400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 7: Bake<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Preheat your oven to <strong>180\u00b0C (350\u00b0F)<\/strong>. Bake the bread for <strong>30-34 minutes<\/strong>, until it\u2019s golden brown on top and sounds hollow when tapped.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/gwenjikoni.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IMG_5357.jpg?resize=1024%2C576&ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3875\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/gwenjikoni.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IMG_5357-scaled.jpg?resize=1024%2C576&ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/gwenjikoni.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IMG_5357-scaled.jpg?resize=300%2C169&ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/gwenjikoni.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IMG_5357-scaled.jpg?resize=768%2C432&ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/gwenjikoni.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IMG_5357-scaled.jpg?resize=1536%2C864&ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/gwenjikoni.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IMG_5357-scaled.jpg?resize=2048%2C1152&ssl=1 2048w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/gwenjikoni.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IMG_5357-scaled.jpg?resize=480%2C270&ssl=1 480w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/gwenjikoni.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IMG_5357-scaled.jpg?resize=600%2C338&ssl=1 600w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/gwenjikoni.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IMG_5357-scaled.jpg?w=2400&ssl=1 2400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 8: Cool and Serve<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Remove from the oven and let it cool in the pan for <strong>5-10 minutes<\/strong>, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/gwenjikoni.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IMG_5371.jpg?resize=1024%2C576&ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3863\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/gwenjikoni.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IMG_5371-scaled.jpg?resize=1024%2C576&ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/gwenjikoni.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IMG_5371-scaled.jpg?resize=300%2C169&ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/gwenjikoni.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IMG_5371-scaled.jpg?resize=768%2C432&ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/gwenjikoni.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IMG_5371-scaled.jpg?resize=1536%2C864&ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/gwenjikoni.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IMG_5371-scaled.jpg?resize=2048%2C1152&ssl=1 2048w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/gwenjikoni.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IMG_5371-scaled.jpg?resize=480%2C270&ssl=1 480w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/gwenjikoni.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IMG_5371-scaled.jpg?resize=600%2C338&ssl=1 600w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/gwenjikoni.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IMG_5371-scaled.jpg?w=2400&ssl=1 2400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 9: Enjoy!<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Slice and serve your homemade whole wheat bread as is, toasted, or however you like it. It\u2019s perfect with butter, jam, avocado, or even as a hearty sandwich base.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/gwenjikoni.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IMG_4610.jpg?resize=1024%2C576&ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3874\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/gwenjikoni.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IMG_4610-scaled.jpg?resize=1024%2C576&ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/gwenjikoni.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IMG_4610-scaled.jpg?resize=300%2C169&ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/gwenjikoni.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IMG_4610-scaled.jpg?resize=768%2C432&ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/gwenjikoni.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IMG_4610-scaled.jpg?resize=1536%2C864&ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/gwenjikoni.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IMG_4610-scaled.jpg?resize=2048%2C1152&ssl=1 2048w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/gwenjikoni.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IMG_4610-scaled.jpg?resize=480%2C270&ssl=1 480w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/gwenjikoni.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IMG_4610-scaled.jpg?resize=600%2C338&ssl=1 600w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/gwenjikoni.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IMG_4610-scaled.jpg?w=2400&ssl=1 2400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Pro Tip:<\/strong><br>For an extra soft crust, brush the top of your bread with melted butter right after it comes out of the oven.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Watch the Full Video Tutorial!<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Here is a quick video showing how I made this Soft & Buttery Whole Wheat Sandwich Bread. You can also subscribe to my\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/@gwenjikoni\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">YouTube Channel<\/a>\u00a0for more recipe videos, kitchen tips & hacks!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"How to Bake Soft, Fluffy Whole Wheat Bread at Home |Beginner Friendly &No-Preservatives! Gwen Jikoni\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/oDoP0ItHtO8?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">More Bread Recipes You\u2019ll Love:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Looking for more easy & delicious bread recipes?! 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https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/gwenjikoni.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/IMG_4103-scaled.jpg?resize=300%2C169&ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/gwenjikoni.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/IMG_4103-scaled.jpg?resize=1024%2C576&ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/gwenjikoni.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/IMG_4103-scaled.jpg?resize=768%2C432&ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/gwenjikoni.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/IMG_4103-scaled.jpg?resize=1536%2C864&ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/gwenjikoni.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/IMG_4103-scaled.jpg?resize=2048%2C1152&ssl=1 2048w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/gwenjikoni.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/IMG_4103-scaled.jpg?resize=480%2C270&ssl=1 480w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/gwenjikoni.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/IMG_4103-scaled.jpg?resize=600%2C338&ssl=1 600w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/gwenjikoni.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/IMG_4103-scaled.jpg?w=2400&ssl=1 2400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 533px) 100vw, 533px\" \/><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"wprm-layout-column wprm-column-width-75 wprm-align-rows-center\">\n      <div class=\"wprm-layout-container meadow-header-accent\" style=\"--wprm-layout-container-text-color: var(--meadow-accent-color);\">\n        <span class=\"wprm-recipe-author-with-image\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-author-image\"><img style=\"border-width: 0px;border-style: solid;border-color: #666666;border-radius: 50%;\" alt='' src='https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/d2c88e45c9c3dbf2ef11efd057f5a4b275cf0825b49a4a6aa25ad8180c9e49f6?s=30&d=mm&r=g' srcset='https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/d2c88e45c9c3dbf2ef11efd057f5a4b275cf0825b49a4a6aa25ad8180c9e49f6?s=60&d=mm&r=g 2x' class='avatar avatar-30 photo' height='30' width='30' \/><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-author wprm-block-text-semi-bold\">Gwen<\/span><\/span>\n      <\/div>\n      <h2 class=\"wprm-recipe-name wprm-block-text-bold\">Soft & Buttery Whole Wheat Sandwich Bread<\/h2>\n      <div class=\"wprm-spacer\" style=\"height: 15px;\"><\/div>\n      \n      <div class=\"wprm-spacer\" style=\"height: 15px;\"><\/div>\n      <div class=\"wprm-recipe-summary wprm-block-text-normal\"><span style=\"display: block;\">A soft, buttery, and wholesome whole wheat bread made with a blend of whole wheat and all-purpose flour. Perfect for sandwiches, toast, or enjoyed warm with butter. Simple ingredients, beginner-friendly, and preservative-free.<\/span><\/div>\n      <div class=\"wprm-spacer\" style=\"height: 20px;\"><\/div>\n      <div class=\"wprm-layout-container\">\n        <a href=\"https:\/\/gwenjikoni.com\/index.php\/wprm_print\/soft-buttery-whole-wheat-sandwich-bread\" style=\"color: #333333;background-color: #ffffff;border-color: #333333;border-radius: 50px;padding: 5px 15px;\" class=\"wprm-recipe-print wprm-recipe-link wprm-print-recipe-shortcode wprm-block-text-semi-bold wprm-recipe-print-inline-button wprm-recipe-link-inline-button wprm-color-accent\" data-recipe-id=\"3847\" data-template=\"\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">Print Recipe<\/a>\n        <a 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wprm-block-text-semi-bold\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-prep_time wprm-recipe-prep_time-minutes\">20<span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\"> minutes<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-prep_time-unit wprm-recipe-prep_timeunit-minutes\" aria-hidden=\"true\">mins<\/span><\/span><\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-table wprm-block-text-semi-bold wprm-recipe-time-container wprm-recipe-cook-time-container\" style=\"border-width: 1px;border-style: solid;border-color: var(--meadow-accent-color);\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-time-label wprm-recipe-cook-time-label\">Cook Time <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-time wprm-block-text-semi-bold\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-cook_time wprm-recipe-cook_time-minutes\">30<span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\"> minutes<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-cook_time-unit wprm-recipe-cook_timeunit-minutes\" aria-hidden=\"true\">mins<\/span><\/span><\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-table wprm-block-text-semi-bold wprm-recipe-time-container wprm-recipe-custom-time-container\" style=\"border-width: 1px;border-style: solid;border-color: var(--meadow-accent-color);\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-time-label wprm-recipe-custom-time-label\">Resting time <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-time wprm-block-text-semi-bold\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-details-hours wprm-recipe-custom_time wprm-recipe-custom_time-hours\">2<span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\"> hours<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-details-unit-hours wprm-recipe-custom_time-unit wprm-recipe-custom_timeunit-hours\" aria-hidden=\"true\">hrs<\/span><\/span><\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-table wprm-block-text-semi-bold wprm-recipe-time-container wprm-recipe-total-time-container\" style=\"border-width: 1px;border-style: solid;border-color: var(--meadow-accent-color);\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-time-label wprm-recipe-total-time-label\">Total Time <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-time wprm-block-text-semi-bold\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-details-hours wprm-recipe-total_time wprm-recipe-total_time-hours\">2<span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\"> hours<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-details-unit-hours wprm-recipe-total_time-unit wprm-recipe-total_timeunit-hours\" aria-hidden=\"true\">hrs<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-total_time wprm-recipe-total_time-minutes\">50<span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\"> minutes<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-total_time-unit wprm-recipe-total_timeunit-minutes\" aria-hidden=\"true\">mins<\/span><\/span><\/div><\/div>\n    <div class=\"wprm-spacer\" style=\"height: 20px;\"><\/div>\n    <div class=\"wprm-recipe-meta-container wprm-recipe-custom-container wprm-recipe-details-container wprm-recipe-details-container-pills wprm-block-text-smaller\" style=\"justify-content: center;--pill-background-color: var(--meadow-accent-color);\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-meta-container-pill\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-pills wprm-block-text-smaller wprm-recipe-servings-container\" style=\"\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-light wprm-recipe-servings-label\">Servings: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-servings-with-unit\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-servings wprm-recipe-details wprm-block-text-smaller\">1<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-servings-unit wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-block-text-smaller\">loaf<\/span><\/span><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-meta-container-pill\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-pills wprm-block-text-smaller wprm-recipe-tag-container wprm-recipe-course-container\" style=\"\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-light wprm-recipe-tag-label wprm-recipe-course-label\">Course: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-course wprm-block-text-smaller\">Breakfast, Side Dish, Snack<\/span><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-meta-container-pill\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-pills wprm-block-text-smaller wprm-recipe-tag-container wprm-recipe-cuisine-container\" style=\"\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-light wprm-recipe-tag-label wprm-recipe-cuisine-label\">Cuisine: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-cuisine wprm-block-text-smaller\">Homemade<\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-layout-container wprm-padding-40 meadow-main\" style=\"--wprm-layout-container-background-color: var(--meadow-main-background-color);\">\n  <div class=\"wprm-recipe-jump-to-section-container wprm-recipe-jump-to-section-container-scroll scrolled-left wprm-recipe-jump-to-section-icon-above\" style=\"--wprm-jump-to-section-alignment: space-between;--wprm-jump-to-section-text-color: var(--meadow-accent-color);\"><a href=\"#recipe-3847-ingredients\" class=\"wprm-recipe-jump-to-section wprm-block-text-smaller\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-icon wprm-recipe-jump-to-section-icon\" style=\"font-size: 28px;\"><svg width=\"54\" height=\"50\" viewBox=\"0 0 54 50\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\">\n<g clip-path=\"url(#clip0_135_292)\">\n<path d=\"M23.424 37.308L47.8222 23.0331C48.4587 22.6607 49.2988 22.8556 49.688 23.4903L49.9024 23.84C54.3182 31.0416 51.9199 40.3821 44.5475 44.6956C37.175 49.0091 27.6129 46.6664 23.197 39.4648L22.9826 39.115C22.6014 38.4933 22.8008 37.6727 23.4506 37.2925L23.424 37.308Z\" stroke=\"var(--meadow-accent-color)\" stroke-width=\"2.0908\" stroke-miterlimit=\"10\"\/>\n<path d=\"M40.0314 27.5907L40.0777 27.6662C41.5615 30.097 40.8505 33.1921 38.4703 34.5812C36.09 35.9702 32.9523 35.1247 31.4685 32.709L31.4221 32.6335\" stroke=\"var(--meadow-accent-color)\" stroke-width=\"2.0908\" stroke-miterlimit=\"10\"\/>\n<path d=\"M31.7641 21.797C30.373 24.3637 27.4054 25.8735 24.4378 25.5414C23.294 25.4055 22.2584 25.0431 21.3619 24.5147C20.4655 23.9862 19.2908 24.3486 18.9971 25.3451L18.0388 28.6365C17.8842 29.18 17.3123 29.482 16.7559 29.331L12.3354 28.1081C11.7789 27.9571 11.4698 27.3984 11.6244 26.8549L12.629 23.3823C12.9227 22.3707 12.0881 21.4648 11.0061 21.5252C10.2024 21.5705 9.38319 21.4799 8.57946 21.2535C3.64885 19.8795 1.31493 13.8553 5.13267 9.38625C6.98745 7.2121 10.0324 6.56288 12.7991 7.40838C12.8609 7.42348 12.9227 7.45367 12.9845 7.46877C14.5302 4.43403 18.1315 2.80342 21.5938 3.7697C25.056 4.73599 27.2508 7.96701 26.9417 11.3339C27.0499 11.3339 27.1736 11.3792 27.2818 11.4094C31.7178 12.6324 34.0517 17.5846 31.7796 21.7819L31.7641 21.797Z\" stroke=\"var(--meadow-accent-color)\" stroke-width=\"2.0908\" stroke-miterlimit=\"10\"\/>\n<path d=\"M42.5578 7.29608L38.3924 8.74175C37.6041 9.01534 37.1921 9.86134 37.4722 10.6314L38.9522 14.7003C39.2323 15.4703 40.0983 15.8727 40.8866 15.5991L45.0521 14.1535C45.8403 13.8799 46.2523 13.0339 45.9723 12.2639L44.4923 8.19495C44.2122 7.42493 43.3461 7.02249 42.5578 7.29608Z\" stroke=\"var(--meadow-accent-color)\" stroke-width=\"2.0908\" stroke-miterlimit=\"10\"\/>\n<path d=\"M12.9856 7.46869C12.9856 7.46869 17.9162 9.52205 17.1434 14.7913\" stroke=\"var(--meadow-accent-color)\" stroke-width=\"2.0908\" stroke-miterlimit=\"10\" stroke-linecap=\"round\"\/>\n<path d=\"M8.36171 46.8107C11.6311 46.8107 14.2815 44.2218 14.2815 41.0281C14.2815 37.8345 11.6311 35.2455 8.36171 35.2455C5.09229 35.2455 2.44189 37.8345 2.44189 41.0281C2.44189 44.2218 5.09229 46.8107 8.36171 46.8107Z\" stroke=\"var(--meadow-accent-color)\" stroke-width=\"2.0908\" stroke-miterlimit=\"10\"\/>\n<path d=\"M33.6169 46.2672L34.467 39.8504\" stroke=\"var(--meadow-accent-color)\" stroke-width=\"2.0908\" stroke-miterlimit=\"10\" stroke-linecap=\"round\"\/>\n<path d=\"M47.451 42.4926L44.3906 39.02\" stroke=\"var(--meadow-accent-color)\" stroke-width=\"2.0908\" stroke-miterlimit=\"10\" stroke-linecap=\"round\"\/>\n<path d=\"M51.5317 32.1806L46.7866 31.6219\" stroke=\"var(--meadow-accent-color)\" stroke-width=\"2.0908\" stroke-miterlimit=\"10\" stroke-linecap=\"round\"\/>\n<\/g>\n<defs>\n<clipPath id=\"clip0_135_292\">\n<rect width=\"53.201\" height=\"48.7612\" fill=\"white\" transform=\"translate(0 0.308289)\"\/>\n<\/clipPath>\n<\/defs>\n<\/svg>\n<\/span> Ingredients<\/a><a href=\"#recipe-3847-instructions\" class=\"wprm-recipe-jump-to-section wprm-block-text-smaller\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-icon wprm-recipe-jump-to-section-icon\" style=\"font-size: 28px;\"><svg width=\"43\" height=\"51\" viewBox=\"0 0 43 51\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\">\n<g clip-path=\"url(#clip0_135_313)\">\n<path d=\"M1.16528 30.2541V23.2404H41.6085V30.2541C41.6085 40.0501 32.5532 47.9913 21.3869 47.9913C10.2206 47.9913 1.16528 40.0357 1.16528 30.2541Z\" stroke=\"var(--meadow-accent-color)\" stroke-width=\"2.07453\" stroke-miterlimit=\"10\" stroke-linecap=\"round\"\/>\n<path d=\"M30.9519 6.32898C35.9163 7.15498 39.2502 8.69104 39.2502 10.43C39.2502 12.5457 34.4023 14.3281 27.6763 14.9657\" stroke=\"var(--meadow-accent-color)\" stroke-width=\"2.07453\" stroke-miterlimit=\"10\" stroke-linecap=\"round\"\/>\n<path d=\"M15.7369 14.5456C9.47678 13.85 5.05103 12.1255 5.05103 10.1113C5.05103 7.7202 11.2529 5.7494 19.3328 5.40161\" stroke=\"var(--meadow-accent-color)\" stroke-width=\"2.07453\" stroke-miterlimit=\"10\" stroke-linecap=\"round\"\/>\n<path d=\"M18.0688 23.2403L27.2261 1.95276\" stroke=\"var(--meadow-accent-color)\" stroke-width=\"2.07453\" stroke-miterlimit=\"10\" stroke-linecap=\"round\"\/>\n<path d=\"M1.16528 27.5006H41.6231\" stroke=\"var(--meadow-accent-color)\" stroke-width=\"2.07453\" stroke-miterlimit=\"10\" stroke-linecap=\"round\"\/>\n<path d=\"M11.9092 48.9042H31.0244\" stroke=\"var(--meadow-accent-color)\" stroke-width=\"2.07453\" stroke-miterlimit=\"10\" stroke-linecap=\"round\"\/>\n<path d=\"M30.995 7.85065L29.7721 6.05374C29.7721 6.05374 29.743 5.89434 29.8158 5.85087L31.621 4.63361\" stroke=\"var(--meadow-accent-color)\" stroke-width=\"2.07453\" stroke-miterlimit=\"10\" stroke-linecap=\"round\"\/>\n<path d=\"M14.9666 12.8646L16.2769 14.6036C16.2769 14.6036 16.306 14.763 16.2477 14.8064L14.5007 16.1107\" stroke=\"var(--meadow-accent-color)\" stroke-width=\"2.07453\" stroke-miterlimit=\"10\" stroke-linecap=\"round\"\/>\n<\/g>\n<defs>\n<clipPath id=\"clip0_135_313\">\n<rect width=\"42.6884\" height=\"49.3843\" fill=\"white\" transform=\"translate(0 0.793579)\"\/>\n<\/clipPath>\n<\/defs>\n<\/svg>\n<\/span> Method<\/a><a href=\"#recipe-3847-notes\" class=\"wprm-recipe-jump-to-section wprm-block-text-smaller\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-icon wprm-recipe-jump-to-section-icon\" style=\"font-size: 28px;\"><svg width=\"45\" height=\"39\" viewBox=\"0 0 45 39\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\">\n<path d=\"M10.6686 21.8716L29.8227 2.69726C30.4248 2.09334 31.4032 2.09334 32.0053 2.69726L42.3726 13.0959C42.9747 13.6999 42.9747 14.6812 42.3726 15.2851L23.2185 34.4595C22.8798 34.7992 22.4471 35.0256 21.9579 35.0823L9.16336 36.8374C8.65535 36.9129 8.22259 36.4788 8.29785 35.9693L10.0477 23.136C10.1041 22.6642 10.3299 22.2113 10.6686 21.8905V21.8716Z\" stroke=\"var(--meadow-accent-color)\" stroke-width=\"2.14929\" stroke-miterlimit=\"10\" stroke-linecap=\"round\"\/>\n<path d=\"M26.0786 6.45288L38.6285 19.0219\" stroke=\"var(--meadow-accent-color)\" stroke-width=\"2.14929\" stroke-miterlimit=\"10\" stroke-linecap=\"round\"\/>\n<path d=\"M32.0432 13.0204L18.2703 26.8162\" stroke=\"var(--meadow-accent-color)\" stroke-width=\"2.14929\" stroke-miterlimit=\"10\" stroke-linecap=\"round\"\/>\n<path d=\"M10.292 22.3622C13.3777 23.0227 16.1248 24.608 18.2509 26.8161C20.3959 29.0053 21.8823 31.8172 22.428 34.9501\" stroke=\"var(--meadow-accent-color)\" stroke-width=\"2.14929\" stroke-miterlimit=\"10\" stroke-linecap=\"round\"\/>\n<path d=\"M1.50562 7.94373H11.5342\" stroke=\"var(--meadow-accent-color)\" stroke-width=\"2.14929\" stroke-miterlimit=\"10\" stroke-linecap=\"round\"\/>\n<path d=\"M1.73071 2.24432H16.3691\" stroke=\"var(--meadow-accent-color)\" stroke-width=\"2.14929\" stroke-miterlimit=\"10\" stroke-linecap=\"round\"\/>\n<path d=\"M1.73071 13.6622H7.77047\" stroke=\"var(--meadow-accent-color)\" stroke-width=\"2.14929\" stroke-miterlimit=\"10\" stroke-linecap=\"round\"\/>\n<\/svg>\n<\/span> Notes<\/a><\/div>\n  <div class=\"wprm-layout-column-container wprm-column-gap-40 wprm-column-rows-recipe-900 meadow-main-columns\">\n    <div class=\"wprm-layout-column wprm-column-width-50 meadow-main-left\">\n      <div id=\"recipe-3847-ingredients\" class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredients-container wprm-recipe-3847-ingredients-container wprm-block-text-normal wprm-ingredient-style-regular wprm-recipe-images-before\" data-recipe=\"3847\" data-servings=\"1\"><h3 class=\"wprm-recipe-header wprm-recipe-ingredients-header wprm-block-text-bold wprm-align-left wprm-header-decoration-spacer wprm-header-has-actions wprm-header-has-actions\" style=\"\">Ingredients<div class=\"wprm-decoration-spacer\"><\/div>\u00a0\u00a0<\/h3><div class=\"wprm-spacer\" style=\"height: 15px;\"><\/div><div class=\"wprm-internal-container wprm-internal-container-ingredients wprm-expandable-container wprm-expandable-expanded\" style=\"\"><div class=\"wprm-internal-container-toggle\"><a role=\"button\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"wprm-expandable-button wprm-expandable-button-show\" aria-label=\"Show Section\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-icon wprm-collapsible-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"16\" height=\"16\" viewBox=\"0 0 16 16\"><g class=\"nc-icon-wrapper\" stroke-width=\"1\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"#333333\" stroke-miterlimit=\"10\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><polyline points=\"3.5,9.5 8,5 12.5,9.5 \"><\/polyline><\/g><\/svg><\/span> <\/a><a role=\"button\" aria-expanded=\"true\" class=\"wprm-expandable-button wprm-expandable-button-hide\" aria-label=\"Hide Section\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-icon wprm-collapsible-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"16\" height=\"16\" viewBox=\"0 0 16 16\"><g class=\"nc-icon-wrapper\" stroke-width=\"1\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"#333333\" stroke-miterlimit=\"10\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><polyline points=\"3.5,6.5 8,11 12.5,6.5 \"><\/polyline><\/g><\/svg><\/span> <\/a><\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-group\"><ul class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredients\"><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;border-bottom: 1px solid var(--meadow-list-border-color);padding-bottom: 5px;margin-bottom: 5px;\" data-uid=\"0\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cup<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">(240ml) water,<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">warm<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;border-bottom: 1px solid var(--meadow-list-border-color);padding-bottom: 5px;margin-bottom: 5px;\" data-uid=\"1\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">\u00bc<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cup<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">(60ml) milk,<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">warm<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;border-bottom: 1px solid var(--meadow-list-border-color);padding-bottom: 5px;margin-bottom: 5px;\" data-uid=\"2\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">2\u00bc<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">tsp <\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">(7g) instant dry yeast<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;border-bottom: 1px solid var(--meadow-list-border-color);padding-bottom: 5px;margin-bottom: 5px;\" data-uid=\"3\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">2\u00bd<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">tbsp<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">(32g) sugar<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;border-bottom: 1px solid var(--meadow-list-border-color);padding-bottom: 5px;margin-bottom: 5px;\" data-uid=\"4\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">4 <\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">tbsp<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">(56g) unsalted butter,<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">room temperature<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;border-bottom: 1px solid var(--meadow-list-border-color);padding-bottom: 5px;margin-bottom: 5px;\" data-uid=\"5\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1\u00bd<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">tsp<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">salt<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;border-bottom: 1px solid var(--meadow-list-border-color);padding-bottom: 5px;margin-bottom: 5px;\" data-uid=\"6\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">200g whole wheat bread flour<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"7\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">250g all purpose flour,<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">add more as needed<\/span><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n      \n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"wprm-layout-column wprm-column-width-50 meadow-main-right\">\n      <div id=\"recipe-3847-instructions\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions-container wprm-recipe-3847-instructions-container wprm-block-text-normal\" data-recipe=\"3847\"><h3 class=\"wprm-recipe-header wprm-recipe-instructions-header wprm-block-text-bold wprm-align-left wprm-header-decoration-spacer wprm-header-has-actions\" style=\"\">Method<div class=\"wprm-decoration-spacer\"><\/div>\u00a0<\/h3><div class=\"wprm-spacer\" style=\"height: 15px;\"><\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-group\"><ol class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions\"><li id=\"wprm-recipe-3847-step-0-0\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\" value=\"1\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 10px;\"><span style=\"display: block;\"><strong>Activate Yeast:<\/strong> In a large bowl, whisk warm water, warm milk, sugar, and yeast. Let sit for 5 minutes until foamy.<\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-3847-step-0-1\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\" value=\"2\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 10px;\"><span style=\"display: block;\"><strong>Mix Dough:<\/strong> Add butter, salt, and about 1 cup of the flour mixture. Stir until combined.<\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-3847-step-0-2\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\" value=\"3\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 10px;\"><span style=\"display: block;\"><strong>Knead:<\/strong> Gradually add remaining flour, kneading until soft and elastic.<\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-3847-step-0-3\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\" value=\"4\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 10px;\"><span style=\"display: block;\"><strong>First Rise:<\/strong> Place dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise for 1-2 hours, or until doubled in size.<\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-3847-step-0-4\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\" value=\"5\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 10px;\"><span style=\"display: block;\"><strong>Shape:<\/strong> Punch down dough, roll into a rectangle, then shape into a log. Place in a greased loaf tin.<\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-3847-step-0-5\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\" value=\"6\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 10px;\"><span style=\"display: block;\"><strong>Second Rise:<\/strong> Cover and let rise again for 1 hour.<\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-3847-step-0-6\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\" value=\"7\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 10px;\"><span style=\"display: block;\"><strong>Bake:<\/strong> Preheat oven to 180\u00b0C (350\u00b0F). Bake for 30-34 minutes until golden brown.<\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-3847-step-0-7\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\" value=\"8\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 10px;\"><span style=\"display: block;\"><strong>Cool:<\/strong> Cool in pan for 5-10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.<\/span><\/div><\/li><\/ol><\/div><\/div>\n      \n      <div id=\"recipe-video\"><\/div>\n      <div id=\"recipe-3847-notes\" class=\"wprm-recipe-notes-container wprm-block-text-normal\"><h3 class=\"wprm-recipe-header wprm-recipe-notes-header wprm-block-text-bold wprm-align-left wprm-header-decoration-none\" style=\"\">Notes<\/h3><div class=\"wprm-spacer\" style=\"height: 15px;\"><\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-notes\"><span style=\"display: block;\"><strong data-start=\"2836\" data-end=\"2848\">Pro Tip:<\/strong><br data-start=\"2848\" data-end=\"2851\" \/>For an extra soft crust, brush the top of your bread with melted butter right after it comes out of the oven.<\/span><div class=\"wprm-spacer\"><\/div>\n<span style=\"display: block;text-align: center;\"><strong><em>******<\/em><\/strong><\/span><div class=\"wprm-spacer\"><\/div>\n<span style=\"display: block;\"><strong><em>I know you\u2019re going to love this Soft & Buttery Whole Wheat Sandwich Bread<\/em><\/strong><strong><em>.\u00a0<\/em><\/strong><strong><em>Please rate this recipe below (After you\u2019ve made it, of course\ud83d\ude09). Remember to like, share and tag me on Instagram, Facebook & Twitter. I\u2019d love to hear from you and it helps encourage others to make the recipe too! Enjoy!<\/em><\/strong><\/span><\/div><\/div>\n      <div class=\"wprm-spacer\" style=\"height: 40px;\"><\/div>\n      \n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"did-you-make-this-recipe\">DID YOU MAKE THIS RECIPE?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Leave a comment below and tag\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/gwenjikoni\/\">@gwenjikoni<\/a>\u00a0on Instagram and hashtag it\u00a0#gwenjikoni<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I love seeing what you\u2019ve made!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/gwenjikoni.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IMG_4579.jpg?resize=1024%2C576&ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3864\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/gwenjikoni.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IMG_4579-scaled.jpg?resize=1024%2C576&ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/gwenjikoni.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IMG_4579-scaled.jpg?resize=300%2C169&ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/gwenjikoni.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IMG_4579-scaled.jpg?resize=768%2C432&ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/gwenjikoni.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IMG_4579-scaled.jpg?resize=1536%2C864&ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/gwenjikoni.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IMG_4579-scaled.jpg?resize=2048%2C1152&ssl=1 2048w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/gwenjikoni.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IMG_4579-scaled.jpg?resize=480%2C270&ssl=1 480w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/gwenjikoni.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IMG_4579-scaled.jpg?resize=600%2C338&ssl=1 600w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/gwenjikoni.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IMG_4579-scaled.jpg?w=2400&ssl=1 2400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>There\u2019s something magical about the aroma of freshly baked bread filling your kitchen. 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