There are times when whole wheat is the undisputed king. Think brownies. That deep, fudgy richness loves the earthy undertones of whole wheat. Same with banana bread. The moisture from the bananas hides the dryness completely.
And let’s be real: if you’re making a rustic pizza crust, whole wheat adds a chewy, Italian-grandma-approved texture that all-purpose just can’t fake. You feel like a health-conscious artisan, even if you’re just feeding your kids on a Tuesday.