High Fiber Bread with Whole Wheat and Flaxseed

You know those expensive healthy loaves at the store that cost 7-8 dollars? This recipe gives you the same hearty, high fiber goodness without the price tag. You are basically making a bread that is tasty, filling, and actually good for you.

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• Packed with whole wheat and flaxseed for a fiber boost
• Great for sandwiches, toast, or soup sides
• Beginner friendly using bread machine or stand mixer
• Customizable less sugar, more crunch, or olive oil instead of butter

Your family will enjoy it warm out of the oven, and you will feel good knowing every slice is full of wholesome ingredients.

Key Benefits

High in fiber about 4 grams per slice compared to 1 gram in white bread
Budget friendly homemade bread is cheaper, fresher, and customizable
Healthier choice whole grains and flaxseed support better digestion and lasting energy
Family approved soft enough for kids, hearty enough for adults

Ingredients You Will Need

• 1 ¼ cups warm milk 296 ml
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter softened 57 g or use olive oil
• 2 ½ cups whole wheat flour 288 g
• 1 cup golden flaxseed meal 104 g
• ⅓ cup light brown sugar 72 g use 2 tablespoons for less sweet bread
• 1 ½ teaspoons salt 9 g
• 1 ½ teaspoons instant yeast 4.5 g

Yields about 18 slices

Step by Step Instructions

Option 1 Bread Machine Dough

1. Make sure machine is unplugged.
2. Add milk and butter to the bread pan.
3. Add flour, flaxseed, sugar, and salt.
4. Place yeast on top last and keep it dry until mixing starts.
5. Select Dough cycle and press start.
6. When done, remove dough for shaping and baking.

Option 2 Stand Mixer with Dough Hook

1. Add milk and butter to the mixing bowl.
2. Add flour, flaxseed, sugar, and salt.
3. Place yeast on top last.
4. Mix on low speed for 7 to 10 minutes until smooth.
5. Transfer to greased bowl, cover, and let rise 60 to 90 minutes until doubled.

Shaping and Baking

1. Lightly flour a cutting board. Flatten dough into a rectangle about 1 inch thick.
2. Roll into a tight jelly roll and place into a greased 9x5 pan.
3. Cover loosely and let rise 60 to 90 minutes until dough is 1 to 1.5 inches above the pan.
4. Preheat oven to 350°F 175°C.
5. Bake for 37 to 42 minutes, rotating halfway through.
6. Optional Brush hot loaf with melted butter for a softer crust.
7. Cool on a wire rack for 1 to 2 hours before slicing.

Pro Tips

• Use fresh flour and flaxseed they spoil quickly. Store in the fridge or freezer.
• Do not skip the second rise it gives the bread shape and texture.
• Bread should reach 190 to 200°F internally when baked.
• For crunch, replace ¼ cup flaxseed with 7 grain cereal.
• Use honey instead of sugar for a natural sweetener.

How to Enjoy

• Sandwiches great for BLTs, turkey, or veggie stacks
• Breakfast top with avocado, peanut butter, or eggs
• Soup side serve with chili, tomato soup, or stew
• Simple toast with butter and jam or warm straight from the oven

Quick Recap

This high fiber bread is

• Easy to make with bread machine or by hand
• Wholesome and filling thanks to wheat and flax
• Versatile for any meal
• Budget friendly and freezer friendly

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