Vegan Wheat Bread Recipe
This vegan wheat bread recipe is a soft, wholesome loaf made from a mix of whole wheat and white flour, lightly sweetened with maple syrup and enriched with olive oil.The taste is naturally nutty from the whole wheat, slightly sweet, and comforting, making it enjoyable plain or toasted. Creating this vegan wheat bread recipe and exploring new baking ideas is my real job.
Equipment
- Large mixing bowl
- Wooden spoon or silicone spatula
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Loaf pan (approx. 23 x 13 cm)
- Clean kitchen towel or plastic wrap
- Oven
Ingredients
- 300 g all-purpose flour or bread flour
- 200 g whole wheat flour
- 15 g 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- 10 g 1 tablespoon instant yeast or quick-rise yeast
- 45 g 3 tablespoons olive oil (or any neutral oil)
- 10 g 2 teaspoons fine sea salt
- 310 ml warm water or cold water for slower rising
Instructions
Prepare the dough:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, whole wheat flour, and salt. In a separate small bowl, mix the warm water, maple syrup, and yeast. Let it sit for 5 minutes until slightly frothy.
Mix and knead:
- Pour the yeast mixture and olive oil into the flour. Stir until it comes together into a sticky dough. Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for 8–10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
First rise:
- Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a kitchen towel or plastic wrap, and let it rise in a warm place for 1–2 hours, or until it doubles in size.
Shape and second rise:
- Punch down the dough to release air. Shape it into a loaf and place it in a greased loaf pan. Cover and let it rise for another 30–45 minutes until slightly puffy.
Bake:
- Preheat the oven to 190°C (375°F). Bake the bread for 30–35 minutes until golden brown on top. Tap the bottom; it should sound hollow. Let the bread cool on a wire rack before slicing.
Notes
Note: For a softer crust, brush the loaf with a little olive oil immediately after baking. You can also add seeds like sunflower or pumpkin seeds on top before baking for extra texture.