- Servings 6
- Prep 15 min
- Cooking 25 min
bread machine honey bread
Bread Machine Honey Bread is a healthy, moist and yeast-free, whole wheat fusion of flavors and textures. Moreover, with the convenience of a bread machine, this recipe is accessible from the kneading process, making it perfect for beginners and seasoned bakers. Let’s create this delicious loaf, promising to make your mornings brighter and tastier!
Nutrition Per Serving
Calories: 316 kcal Protein: 12.2 g Fat: 6.86 g Saturated Fat: 3.36 g
Carbohydrates: 54.55 g Dietary Fiber: 7.57 g Sugars: 71 Cholesterol: 74 mg Sodium: 41 mg
Ingredients in Bread Machine Honey Bread
- 250 ml of milk
- 350 grams of whole wheat flour
- Three tbsp. of buckwheat honey or other kind of honey
- Two eggs
- Three tsp. of baking soda
- Two tbsp. of apple sider vinegar, or lemon/lime juice
- One tsp. of cinnamon powder
- two tbsp. of butter
Kitchen Tools for Bread Machine Honey Bread Recipe
- Bread machine
- Measuring cups
- Measuring spoons
- Kitchen scale (optional for precise measurement)
- Spatula
How to Make Bread Machine Honey Bread
- If your butter is refrigerated, gently melt it until it’s soft but not completely liquid.
- Start by pouring the milk into the bread machine pan.
- Add the eggs to the milk in the pan.
- Sprinkle the whole wheat flour evenly over the liquid, covering it completely.
- Create a small well in the center of the flour (but not reaching the liquid). Add the baking soda to this well. This prevents the baking soda from reacting with the wet ingredients too early.
- Drizzle the honey over the top of the flour.
- On the corners of the pan, place the butter.
- Pour the apple cider vinegar over the ingredients in the pan.
- Sprinkle the cinnamon powder over the top.
- A bread or cake batter is preferred to be fluffy and shouldn’t be very thick or runny.
- Place the bread pan into the Zojirushi bread maker.
- Close the lid and select the “Quick Baking” setting.
- Select the 1 lb loaf size and choose your preferred crust setting (e.g., light, medium, dark).
- Start the bread machine.
- Once the cycle is complete, carefully remove the bread pan from the machine using oven mitts.
- Gently turn the bread onto a wire rack and let it cool completely before slicing. This ensures the bread’s texture settles and becomes easier to cut.
- Serve with your choice of spreads or jams, or enjoy it plain.
What happens when you add honey to the dough?
Adding honey to dough can have several effects on the final product’s texture, flavor, and overall characteristics. Here are some of the expected outcomes when honey is added to dough:
- Sweetness: Honey is a natural sweetener that will add sweetness to the dough. The level of sweetness will depend on the amount of honey you add.
- Flavor: Honey also imparts a distinct flavor to the dough. It has a unique taste that can enhance the overall flavor profile of the bread or pastry.
- Moisture: Honey is hygroscopic, which means it attracts and retains moisture. Adding to dough can help keep the baked goods moist and tender. This is particularly useful in preventing bread from becoming dry.
- Browning: Honey contains natural sugars that can facilitate browning during baking. This can give your baked goods a beautiful golden color and a slightly caramelized flavor.
- Shelf Life: The moisture-retaining properties of honey can also help extend the shelf life of certain baked goods by keeping them fresher for longer.
- Texture: Honey can contribute to a softer and more tender texture in baked goods due to its moisture-retaining abilities.
- Crust: When used as a glaze, honey can create a glossy and slightly sticky crust on the surface of baked goods, adding an appealing texture and appearance.
Remember that honey’s exact impact on dough will vary depending on the type of dough (e.g., bread, pastry, cookie) and the specific recipe. The amount of honey used, other ingredients, and the baking process will all influence the final result. Experimenting with different amounts of honey can help you achieve your baked goods’ desired taste and texture.