Honey Bread

No kid can resist this whole-wheat treat with a touch of satisfying sweetness. Served as a breakfast treat or alongside a hearty stew, it is sure to bring out a smile.

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Ingredients

• 3 1/2 to 4 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 1/4 cups whole-wheat flour
• 2 tsp. salt
• 2 packages (25 oz. each) active dry yeast
• 1 can (12 oz.) evaporated milk
• 1/2 cup water
• 1/2 cup honey
• 1/4 cup (4 tbsp.) butter, melted
• 1 tsp. grated orange zest
• Honey (optional)

Supplies

• Two 9- by 5-in. loaf pans
• Parchment paper

Directions

1. Step 1

   Grease a large bowl with butter. Your child can help you combine 3 1/2 cups of flour, the whole-wheat flour, salt, and dry yeast in a large bowl. Whisk to blend.

2. Step 2

   Combine the evaporated milk and water in a small saucepan over medium heat. Heat until the temperature reaches 120°F on a thermometer. Remove from the heat. Pour milk over the flour mixture along with the honey, butter, and orange zest. Stir until smooth.

3. Step 3

   Invert the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead, adding the remaining 1/2 cup of flour if necessary, until smooth, about 5 minutes. Place the dough into the buttered bowl and turn to coat. Cover with plastic wrap and place in a warm place to double in size, about 1 hour.

4. Step 4

   Grease and line loaf pans with butter and a piece of parchment paper; set aside. Punch down the dough and divide dough in half. Shape each piece into a 7- by 14-inch rectangle. Starting at the shorter end, roll up the dough, jelly roll fashion. Pinch the ends and seam to seal. Place the roll, seam side down, into the prepared pan. Repeat with the remaining dough. Cover the pans lightly with plastic wrap and let rise until doubled in size, about 45 minutes longer.

5. Step 5

   Preheat the oven to 375°F. Remove the plastic wrap from the pans and place on the middle rack of the preheated oven. Bake until golden and the loaves sound hollow when tapped, 30 to 40 minutes. Transfer the loaves to a wire rack and cool 5 minutes. Invert and cool completely. Slice and serve with a side of honey and margarine.

Nurtition Facts

• Calories: 126
• Total Fat: 12g
• Saturated Fat: 7g
• Trans Fat: 0g
• Cholesterol: 31mg
• Sodium: 2mg
• Total Carbs: 7g
• Fiber: 0g
• Sugar: 7g
• Protein: 0g