Homemade Cinnamon Graham Bread

Ingredients

• 2 cups (240g) graham flour 2 cups (240g) graham flour
• 1 cup (120g) whole wheat flour 1 cup (120g) whole wheat flour
• 1 cup (240ml) warm water 1 cup (240ml) warm water
• 1/4 cup (60ml) honey 1/4 cup (60ml) honey
• 2 tablespoons (28g) unsalted butter, melted 2 tablespoons (28g) unsalted butter, melted
• 1 teaspoon (5g) active dry yeast 1 teaspoon (5g) active dry yeast
• 1 teaspoon (5g) ground cinnamon 1 teaspoon (5g) ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon (3g) salt 1/2 teaspoon (3g) salt

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 180 kcal / 753 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 3g, 1g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 35g, 8g
• Protein: 5g
• Fiber: 4g
• Salt: 0.3g

Preparation

1. 1.
   In a large mixing bowl, combine the warm water and honey. Stir until the honey is dissolved.
2. 2.
   Sprinkle the yeast over the water-honey mixture and let it sit for 5 minutes, or until foamy.
3. 3.
   Add the melted butter, graham flour, whole wheat flour, ground cinnamon, and salt to the bowl. Mix until a shaggy dough forms.
4. 4.
   Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for 5-7 minutes, or until the dough becomes smooth and elastic.
5. 5.
   Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a clean kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm place for 1-2 hours, or until doubled in size.
6. 6.
   Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C). Grease a loaf pan.
7. 7.
   Punch down the risen dough and shape it into a loaf. Place it in the prepared loaf pan.
8. 8.
   Cover the pan with the kitchen towel and let the dough rise for another 30 minutes.
9. 9.
   Bake the bread for 30-35 minutes, or until golden brown and hollow-sounding when tapped on the bottom.
10. 10.
    Remove the bread from the pan and let it cool completely on a wire rack before slicing.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Graham flour — Graham flour is a coarsely ground whole wheat flour that adds a unique nutty flavor to the bread. If you can't find graham flour, you can substitute it with an equal amount of whole wheat flour.
• Honey — Use a good quality honey for the best flavor. If you prefer a sweeter bread, you can increase the amount of honey slightly.

Tips & Tricks

• For a more pronounced cinnamon flavor, you can increase the amount of ground cinnamon to your liking.
• To enhance the texture, you can add a handful of chopped nuts or raisins to the dough before baking.
• For a sweeter variation, sprinkle some cinnamon sugar on top of the bread before baking.
• Make sure to let the bread cool completely before slicing to prevent it from crumbling.
• Store the bread in an airtight container or wrap it tightly in plastic wrap to keep it fresh for several days.

Serving advice

Enjoy a slice of Homemade Cinnamon Graham Bread on its own, or spread it with butter or cream cheese for a delightful breakfast or snack. It also makes a delicious base for French toast or bread pudding.

Presentation advice

To enhance the presentation, dust the top of the bread with a sprinkle of powdered sugar or drizzle it with a simple glaze made with powdered sugar and milk.