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Oats Bread

Serves 4
30 mins
71 Kcal
Oats bread is a super delicious and healthy alternative to usual bread, carrying out the nutritional values of oats in a soft, hearty loaf. This wholesome bread contains high amounts of fibre, vitamins, and minerals, providing an ideal nutritional and filling product source. The recipe for oats bread generally uses rolled oats, whole wheat flour, yeast, and add-ins such as honey or olive oil to add flavour and texture. To make oats bread, mix the dry ingredients: rolled oats, whole wheat flour, yeast, and a pinch of salt. Activate the yeast by utilising warm water and adding a bit of sugar, and then knead until this dough is smooth. Melted butter or olive oil is often added to give depth to the crumb. Then comes the rising of the dough before it is shaped into a loaf and baked into perfectly cooked bread. The outcome is bread with a slightly nutty flavour from the oats, a tender crumb, and a crisp crust. Oats bread is not only tasty but also full of health benefits. Oats have heart-healthy properties, helping to lower cholesterol and improve digestion. This bread is also a good source of slow-digesting carbohydrates, creating long-term energy. The oats bread recipe is full of possibilities, and the flavours can be further intensified by adding seeds, nuts, or dried fruits. However, it is devoured-whether as toast or in sandwiches, besides soups and salads-oats bread adds an unbeatable nutritious taste to any meal.

Ingredients required for Oats Bread

  1. 1.5 cup wheat flour
  2. 1/2 cup oats
  3. 1.5 tsp dried yeast
  4. 1 tsp sugar
  5. Salt
  6. 1 tbsp olive oil
  7. Milk
  8. Sesame seeds

Cooking steps for Oats Bread

  1. 1
    Oats bread is the healthier, heartier alternative to regular bread—soft, nutty, and packed with fiber.
  2. 2
    Begin with 11/2 cups whole wheat flour, 1/2 cup oats, 11/2 teaspoons dried yeast, 1 teaspoon sugar, salt to taste, 1 cup warm water, 1 tablespoon olive oil, milk for brushing, and sesame seeds for sprinkling.
  3. 3
    Activate the yeast by mixing it with ¼ cup warm water and 1 teaspoon sugar.
  4. 4
    Let it sit for 5–10 minutes until it froths and bubbles.
  5. 5
    This step is essential to ensure your bread rises beautifully.
  6. 6
    In a large bowl, mix the flour, oats, and a pinch of salt.
  7. 7
    Once the yeast is ready, pour it into the flour mixture and add the remaining warm water gradually.
  8. 8
    Stir until a sticky dough forms.
  9. 9
    Add 1 tablespoon olive oil and knead the dough on a floured surface for 8–10 minutes until it's smooth and elastic.
  10. 10
    Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise for 1–2 hours, or until doubled in size.
  11. 11
    Punch down the dough, shape it into a loaf, and place it in a greased pan.
  12. 12
    Let it rise again for 30–60 minutes.
  13. 13
    For extra flavor, sprinkle rolled oats or sunflower seeds on top before baking.
  14. 14
    Before baking, brush the top with milk for a golden, shiny crust and sprinkle sesame seeds for added texture.
  15. 15
    Bake at 375 F (190 C) for 30–35 minutes until golden brown.
  16. 16
    Let the loaf cool completely on a wire rack before slicing.
  17. 17
    This recipe of oats bread is perfect for sandwiches, toast, or enjoying simply with butter.
  18. 18
    Nutty, wholesome, and versatile, it's a recipe you'll keep coming back to for healthier meals.

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Olive Oil (1 Tbsp)
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Salt
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Sesame Seeds
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Sugar (1 Tsp)
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Oats (1/2 cup)
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Dried Yeast (1.5 Tsp)
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Wheat Flour (1.5 cup)
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