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Dutch Oven Half Whole Wheat Bread sits on parchment paper on top of wooden cutting board. Blue Dutch oven and bread knife also sit in photo.
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Dutch Oven Half Whole Wheat Bread

This Dutch Oven Half Whole Wheat Bread is made with a handful of simple ingredients and is a great recipe for beginner bread makers.
Course Appetizer, Side Dish, Snack
Cuisine American
Author Jessica

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 cups whole wheat flour
  • 1 tsp. active dry yeast
  • 1 1/2 tsps. salt
  • 1 tbsp. honey
  • 1 1/2 cups warm water

Instructions

  • Add both flours, yeast, and salt to a mixing bowl. Stir.
  • Add the water and honey and stir until a loose, sticky dough forms.
  • Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface and gently work the dough, forming it into a ball.
  • Oil a large bowl and add the dough. Cover tightly with plastic wrap and allow dough to rise until tripled in size.
  • Preheat oven to 450ºF. Place Dutch oven in oven on a middle rack to preheat as well.
  • Remove dough from bowl and back onto a floured surface. Form dough into a ball and score top.
  • Carefully place dough onto parchment paper and into the Dutch oven.
  • Place the lid onto the Dutch oven and bake for 30 minutes. Then, uncover and bake for an additional 12-15 minutes.
  • Bread will be golden brown and crusty once done. Allow to cool slightly before slicing and serving.