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Seeded Oat Bread: A Hearty and Healthy Loaf for Every Occasion Recipe

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  • Author: admin
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Total Time: 2 hours
  • Yield: 1 loaf (about 12 slices)
  • Category: Bread
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This Seeded Oat Bread is a hearty, healthy loaf packed with a variety of nutritious seeds and whole grains. Perfect for sandwiches or enjoying with butter, it combines rolled oats, whole wheat, and a flavorful mix of flaxseeds, sunflower, pumpkin, sesame, and chia seeds. The bread is soft with a slight crunch from the seeds and has a mildly sweet flavor from honey. Ideal for anyone looking to add wholesome homemade bread to their diet, this loaf is simple to make and rises beautifully, resulting in a satisfying and delicious bread for any occasion.

Ingredients

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Oat Mixture

  • 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
  • 1 cup boiling water

Yeast Mixture

  • 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
  • 1/4 cup warm water (about 110°F)

Dough Mixture

  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 1/2 cups bread flour
  • 1/2 cup whole wheat flour

Seed Mix

  • 2 tablespoons flaxseeds
  • 2 tablespoons sunflower seeds
  • 2 tablespoons pumpkin seeds
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds, plus extra for topping
  • 1 tablespoon chia seeds

Instructions

  1. Soak Oats: Place the rolled oats in a large mixing bowl and pour the boiling water over them. Let sit for 10 minutes until softened and slightly cooled.
  2. Activate Yeast: In a small bowl, dissolve the yeast in warm water and let stand for 5 to 10 minutes until foamy, indicating the yeast is active.
  3. Combine Wet Ingredients: Add the honey, olive oil, and salt to the softened oat mixture, then stir in the activated yeast mixture until well combined.
  4. Add Flours and Form Dough: Gradually mix in the bread flour and whole wheat flour until a soft dough forms, ensuring even incorporation of ingredients.
  5. Knead Dough: Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 8 to 10 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic in texture.
  6. Incorporate Seeds: Knead in the flaxseeds, sunflower seeds, pumpkin seeds, sesame seeds, and chia seeds evenly throughout the dough.
  7. First Rise: Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover it with a cloth or plastic wrap, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
  8. Shape Loaf: Punch down the risen dough to release air, shape it into a loaf, and place it into a greased 9×5-inch loaf pan.
  9. Second Rise: Cover the loaf and let it rise again for 30 to 40 minutes until it becomes puffy and nearly doubled.
  10. Prepare for Baking: Preheat the oven to 375°F. Brush the top of the loaf lightly with water and sprinkle with additional sesame seeds for a decorative finish.
  11. Bake Bread: Bake for 35 to 40 minutes until the bread is golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped, indicating it is fully baked.
  12. Cool Bread: Remove the bread from the pan immediately and let it cool completely on a wire rack before slicing to maintain texture and flavor.

Notes

  • For a softer crust, brush the top with melted butter immediately after baking.
  • Store bread in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
  • Freeze the bread for longer storage to keep it fresh.

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