This Bread Machine Seed Bread recipe creates a nutritious, whole wheat loaf loaded with sunflower, pumpkin, chia, poppy, and sesame seeds. Perfect for breakfast, sandwiches, or snacks, it’s easy to make in a bread machine and delivers a hearty, flavorful texture every time.

Ingredients

1½ cups (350 ml) water, 110°F / 45°C
2 tablespoons (30 ml) olive oil or melted butter
1 tablespoon granulated sugar
1½ teaspoons salt
4 cups (480 g) whole wheat flour (strong wholemeal flour in the UK)
1 tablespoon sunflower seeds
1 tablespoon pumpkin seeds
1 tablespoon chia seeds
1 tablespoon poppy seeds
1 tablespoon sesame seeds
1 teaspoon instant yeast

Instructions

Prepare Ingredients:
Layer the ingredients into the bread machine pan in the following order: water, oil, salt, sugar, flour, all seeds, and yeast on top.
Set Up Bread Machine:
Place the pan into the bread machine, ensuring it’s securely locked. Close the lid and plug in the machine.
Select Settings:
Choose the whole wheat/wholemeal bread setting, medium loaf size, and start the cycle. The bread machine will knead, proof, and bake the bread automatically.
Remove and Cool:
When the baking cycle finishes, unplug the machine and carefully remove the pan using kitchen mitts. Allow the bread to cool for 10 minutes in the pan, then remove the loaf and cool completely on a wire rack. Remove the paddle if it remains inside the bread.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

This Seeded Whole Wheat Bread is hearty, flavorful, and packed with nutrition. The mix of seeds adds texture, crunch, and a nutty taste while boosting fiber and healthy fats. Perfect for sandwiches, toast, or simply with butter.

Tips

Water temperature: Keep it around 110°F / 45°C to activate the yeast without killing it.
Measure flour accurately: Use a kitchen scale for best results.
Seeds: Toast seeds lightly for extra flavor before adding to the dough.
Loaf size: Use the medium or 1.5-pound setting for this recipe.
Cooling: Allow bread to cool completely to finish setting the texture before slicing.

Variations and Substitutions

Different seeds: Use flax, hemp, or sesame seeds instead of some listed seeds.
Flour options: Swap part of the whole wheat flour for white whole wheat, spelt, or oat flour.
Sweet variation: Add 1–2 tablespoons honey or molasses to the dough for a slightly sweet loaf.
Gluten-free: Use a bread machine gluten-free flour blend and follow the machine’s gluten-free setting.

FAQs

Can I use all-purpose flour?
Yes, but the texture will be lighter and less hearty compared to whole wheat flour.

Do I have to use all the seeds?
No, you can adjust the seeds based on preference or availability.

Can I double the recipe?
It depends on your bread machine capacity. Most standard machines handle medium-sized loaves only.

Why does the bread sometimes stick to the paddle?
Ensure the dough is not too sticky and let the bread cool slightly before removing.

Serving and Suggestions

Slice this Seeded Whole Wheat Bread for sandwiches, toast, or alongside soups and salads. It pairs beautifully with nut butter, avocado, cheeses, or homemade jams for a wholesome breakfast or snack.