No-Knead Stone Ground Wheat Bread
This no-knead stone ground wheat bread is the easiest homemade bread you'll ever make! With no kneading required and just a short rise time, you’ll have a hearty, wholesome loaf fresh from the oven in no time. Perfect for toast, sandwiches, or simply enjoying with a pat of butter!
Prep Time: 5 minutesCook Time: 40 minutesRising Time: 25 minutesTotal Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
Ingredients
- 3 cups stone ground stone ground wheat flour
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 packet instant yeast (2 ¼ teaspoons)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons maple honey
- 2 cups warm water (not hot)
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 1 large egg
- Prepare the Pan – Lightly grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan with non-stick spray and line the bottom with parchment paper. Set aside.
- Mix Dry Ingredients – In a large mixing bowl, combine the stone ground wheat flour, all-purpose flour, instant yeast, and salt. Stir well. (scoop and level the flour...do not pack)
- Combine Wet Ingredients – In a separate bowl, mix the honey into the warm water. Pour this mixture over the dry ingredients, then add the egg and olive oil. Stir until a soft dough forms.
- Let it Rise – Transfer the dough to the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top with the back of a spoon. Cover and let it rise in a warm place for 20-30 minutes, or until it reaches just below the top of the pan.
- Bake – Preheat the oven to 400 (F). Bake for 40 minutes, or until the bread is golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped.
- Cool & Serve – Let the bread cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring it to a cooling rack. Once cooled, slice and enjoy!