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This recipe for Bread Machine Whole Wheat Bread with oats, bran, and flax makes my favorite bread machine bread. And if you like the idea of making healthy 100% whole wheat bread at home in the bread machine, you have to try this recipe!

Back in the days when I was following the original South Beach Diet, I spent weeks on a quest to create 100% whole wheat bread, and this Bread Machine Whole Wheat Bread was the delicious bread I came up with! I wanted to make bread from scratch using all whole wheat flour, very minimal sugar, and a fair amount of fiber.

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The bread you see above is the winning recipe, after seven earlier versions and a lot of helpful suggestions from bloggers, relatives, and even a parent from school! This was a tasty healthy bread recipe that has white whole wheat flour, rolled oats, whet bran, and flaxseed meal, and it has 19 net carbs per slice, which is pretty good for a bread made with whole wheat flour. If you want low-carb bread check out low-carb and gluten-free Savory Almond Flour Bread.

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When I was trying to eat more whole grains I was a huge fan of White Whole Wheat Flour (affiliate link) which is a made from a white variety of wheat with all the same properties as regular whole wheat flour, but can be used almost interchangeably with white flour, and the White Whole Wheat Flour worked beautifully in this Bread Machine Whole Wheat Bread. Here’s more information about white whole wheat flour if you’re not familiar with it.

I know some people might raise their eyebrows when they see agave nectar and brown sugar listed in the ingredients here. There isn’t a lot of either of those ingredients, but they’re needed to “feed” the yeast so it will rise so I don’t recommend replacing them with sweetener.

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Bread Machine Whole Wheat Bread is a great choice for phase 2 or 3 of the original South Beach Diet. This bread has 19 net carbs per slice, which is probably a bit high in carbs for traditional low-carb diets.

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This recipe for 100% whole wheat bread made in the bread machine was first posted in 2009, after lots of experimenting to get a bread that would work for the original South Beach Diet! The recipe was last updated in 2023.

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We are a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for us to earn fees by linking to Amazon.com and affiliated sites. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.A simple and easy Whole Wheat Bread Machine Recipe. This is the perfect bread machine recipe for wholemeal bread that will make healthy and delicious sandwiches and toast for your family.

I love making a simple loaf of bread in my bread machine to use for everyday breakfasts and lunches, or as a side with a quick dinner. Bread Machine White Bread, Thyme Bread, Oatmeal Bread, and Seed Bread are some of my favorites, but I come back to this bread machine whole wheat recipe often too.

If you’re looking for healthy bread machine recipes, you have come to the right place. Using a bread machine to make wholesome homemade wheat bread is the easiest thing ever! You just toss the ingredients in and let the machine knead and bake your loaf for you.

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You only need six simple and inexpensive ingredients to make this whole wheat bread machine recipe. You’ll add them to your bread maker in the following order:

I’ve provided measurements in cups for your convenience, but measuring by weight is best. A digital scale will help you ensure that you are using the correct weight of flour.

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The manufacturer’s instructions will tell you to add the liquids first, then the dry ingredients. The instant yeast always goes in last. This ensures that the yeast is separated from the liquids until the kneading begins, and is an important step to follow.

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Follow this recipe, using 50% strong whole wheat flour and 50% white bread flour. Increase the yeast to 1 ½ teaspoons, then follow the recipe as written.

You should store your homemade bread wrapped in plastic wrap or foil to keep it soft and fresh. Bread machine wheat bread can also be frozen, wrapped well and airtight, for up to two months. Avoid putting bread in the fridge, as the conditions there will dry out your loaf.

This Hamilton Beach programmable bread maker is very well rated on Amazon and available at a reasonable price. You can buy more expensive bread makers, but I would start with a basic one until you’re comfortable and know that you want to use it often.

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You should always make sure that your yeast is fresh and active. It could be that your yeast is dead, or you added too much salt or sugar, or you forgot to add the yeast.

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This whole wheat bread machine recipe makes the best Peanut Butter and Jelly Sandwiches ever, and so much more! I can’t wait to hear about what you do with your homemade bread.

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Step by step, simple instructions showing you how to make whole wheat bread in a bread maker. This whole wheat bread machine recipe is fail-proof and tasty.

Calories: 194 kcal , Carbohydrates: 37 g , Protein: 7 g , Fat: 4 g , Saturated Fat: 2 g , Polyunsaturated Fat: 1 g , Monounsaturated Fat: 1 g , Trans Fat: 1 g , Cholesterol: 6 mg , Sodium: 377 mg , Potassium: 187 mg , Fiber: 5 g , Sugar: 2 g , Vitamin A: 74 IU , Vitamin C: 1 mg , Calcium: 19 mg , Iron: 2 mg

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