Description
This oat and honey bread is soft with a golden crust, lightly sweetened with natural honey. Ideal for breakfasts or snacks, it's a healthy and delicious alternative to store-bought breads.
Ingredients
- 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
- 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
- 1 1/2 teaspoons fine sea salt
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1/4 cup warm water
- 1/4 cup raw natural honey
- 2 tablespoons honey (for topping)
- 2 tablespoons rolled oats (for topping)
Instructions
- In a large bowl or stand mixer bowl, combine the flour, oats, yeast, and salt.
- In a small saucepan, heat the milk and butter over medium-low until the butter melts. Add the honey and warm water, then mix well.
- Add the liquid mixture to the dry ingredients. Knead for 6–8 minutes until the dough is smooth and elastic.
- Cover the dough and let it rise in a warm place until doubled in size.
- Shape the dough into a loaf and place it in a greased loaf pan.
- Cover again and let rise until the dough reaches the top of the pan.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C).
- Brush the top of the bread with 2 tbsp honey and sprinkle with 2 tbsp oats.
- Bake for 35–40 minutes until golden brown and the loaf sounds hollow when tapped.
- Let cool on a wire rack before slicing.
Notes
- Replace up to half the flour with whole wheat flour for a more rustic texture.
- Add nuts or seeds for extra crunch and flavor.
- Can be frozen in slices and reheated in a toaster.
- Use plant-based milk for a lactose-free version.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
