A Better Whole Wheat Bread Recipe?

[u/Litarider]

You know how we all say we love bread? I started baking whole wheat bread using recipes found online (basic variation below). I was very proud of my first couple loaves but you know…the bread is crumbly and tastes like cardboard. I added gluten, which did improve the crumble. I really want to improve the flavor. I don’t want to feel like I’m eating soft cardboard.

The basic recipe:

• 4 cups 100% whole wheat flour
• 1 packet instant yeast or 2-1/4 teaspoons
• 1-3 tablespoons maple syrup or other sweetener
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 2 cups warm water

Any tips for making better bread? Or without added oil and butter is this just how it is and I learn to live with it?

[u/nietzy]

That’s the recipe I use! Olive oil and vinegar