Enjoy the wholesome goodness of homemade Air Fryer Whole Wheat Bread!
This easy recipe yields a deliciously soft and nutritious bread that’s perfect for sandwiches, toasting, or as a side for any meal. Try it today for a healthier alternative to store-bought bread!
While you might be surprised that you can make homemade Whole Wheat Bread in the air fryer, the truth is it’s truly amazing!
I grew up with bakers, whether it was my grandmother or mother, we always had fresh baked bread, it’s so much better than store-bought, and baking bread in the air fryer, gives you a crispy crust, but perfectly moist and fluffy inside.
You will love this recipe!
Once, you master homemade bread in the air fryer, try my recipe for Air Fryer Cloud Bread, Air Fryer Sourdough Bread. Air Fryer Blueberry Honey Ricotta Toast, or Air Fryer Honey Toast.
Here’s Why You’ll Love This Whole Wheat Bread
- Nutty Flavor: The earthy, nutty taste of whole wheat enhances the flavor of your favorite sandwiches and toast.
- Versatile Use: This bread is perfect for a variety of meals, from breakfast toast to hearty sandwiches and even croutons for salads.
- Easy to Make: Baking whole wheat bread in the air fryer is a quick and simple process that delivers delicious results.
- Nutrient-Dense: Whole wheat bread retains essential nutrients like B vitamins, iron, and magnesium that are beneficial for overall health.
Ingredients Needed
- Whole Wheat Flour: Provides a dense source of nutrients and fiber.
- Warm Water: Activates the yeast and hydrates the flour.
- Active Dry Yeast: Use either active dry yeast or instant yeast.
- Salt: Every loaf of bread needs a pinch of salt.
- Sunflower Seeds: Optional gives the bread with a delightful crunch and nutty flavor.
How To Make Air Fryer Whole Wheat Bread
Step One: Combine flour, instant yeast, salt, and sunflower seeds in a large bowl. Gradually stir in water to dry the ingredients, adding as much as needed for a soft dough to form.
Step Two: Knead dough for 5 minutes or until dough becomes smooth and elastic. Form dough into a ball and place into a well-oiled bowl. Cover and leave in a warm place to rise for an hour.
Step Three: Preheat the air fryer to 390 degrees F, for 3-5 minutes. Line the bottom of the air fryer basket with parchment paper. Brush the top of the dough with a bit of water and place it on top of parchment paper in the air fryer basket.
Step Four: Bake the dough (use the air fryer setting) in the air fryer for 15-18 minutes or until the top is golden and a toothpick comes out clean from the center. Remove from the air fryer and cool for at least 15 minutes before slicing up.
air fryer whole wheat bread recipe tips
- Choose High-Quality Flour: Use for high-quality, freshly milled whole wheat flour for the best flavor and nutrition.
- Hydration is Key: Whole wheat flour absorbs more water than white flour. Ensure your dough is adequately hydrated to avoid a dry or dense loaf.
- Give Time to Knead: Whole wheat dough benefits from thorough kneading to develop gluten, which gives the bread structure.
- Gradual Addition of Ingredients: When adding sunflower seeds or any other add-ins like nuts or dried fruit, fold them into the dough after it has been kneaded.
- Correct Shaping: Shape your loaf with care to ensure even baking and to prevent it from spreading out too much.
- Cooling Time: Resist the temptation to slice into your bread right away.
- Storage: Whole wheat bread tends to dry out faster than white bread. Store it in a bread box or wrapped in a clean, dry cloth inside a plastic bag to keep it fresh longer.
air fryer whole wheat bread recipe faqs
Why does my whole wheat bread turn out dense? Whole wheat bread can turn out dense due to insufficient kneading, not enough rising time, or too much flour.
How do I store whole wheat bread to keep it fresh? Store whole wheat bread in a cool, dry place inside an airtight container or bread box.
Can I add seeds or nuts to my whole wheat bread? Add seeds, nuts, or even dried fruits can enhance your bread’s flavor and nutritional profile.
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Air Fryer Whole Wheat Bread
Description
Ingredients
- 1 3/4 cup whole wheat flour
- 2 1/4 teaspoon Instant yeast
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup sunflower seeds
- 2/3 to 1 cup water, warm water
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine flour, instant yeast, salt and sunflower seeds.
- Gradually stir in water to dry ingredients, adding in as much is needed for a soft dough to form.
- Knead dough for 5 minutes or until dough becomes smooth and elastic. Form dough into a ball and place into a well-oiled bowl. Cover and leave in warm place to rise for an hour.
- Preheat Air fryer to 390˚C. Line bottom of air fryer basket with parchment paper.
- Brush top of dough with a little water and place on top of parchment paper in air fryer basket.
- Bake dough in air fryer for 18 minutes or until top is golden and a toothpick comes out clean from the centre. Remove from air fryer and leave to cool for at least 15 minutes before slicing up.
Equipment
- Cooking Spray
- Parchment Paper, optional
Nutrition
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