Description
This Honey Oat Bread is a triumph over yeast, featuring a dense, chewy crumb with oats throughout and a lightly craggy crust.
Ingredients
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- 1 1/2 cups (12 oz.) boiling water
- 1 cup (8 oz.) rolled or steel-cut oats
- 1/2 cup (4 oz.) honey
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon kosher salt
- 1 tablespoon active dry yeast
- 1/4 cup (2 oz.) warm water (110°F)
- 4-6 cups (17-25 oz.) all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup (2 oz.) dry milk powder
- 1/4 cup (2 oz.) vegetable oil
- 1/4 cup (2 oz.) additional honey
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the oats, honey, butter, and salt. Pour the boiling water over the mixture and stir to combine. Set aside to cool to room temperature.
- In a small bowl, dissolve the yeast in warm water and let it sit for about 5 minutes until foamy.
- Once the oat mixture has cooled, add the yeast mixture, 4 cups of flour, dry milk powder, vegetable oil, and additional honey. Stir until a sticky dough forms.
- Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead for about 10 minutes, adding more flour as needed, until the dough is smooth and elastic.
- Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let rise in a warm place until doubled in size, about 1 to 1 1/2 hours.
- Punch down the dough and divide it into two equal pieces. Shape each piece into a loaf and place in greased loaf pans.
- Cover the pans and let the loaves rise again until doubled, about 45 minutes.
- Place the loaves in a cold oven. Set the oven to 400°F and bake for 15 minutes. Reduce the temperature to 350°F and bake for an additional 30 minutes, or until the loaves are golden brown and sound hollow when tapped.
- Remove from the oven and brush the tops with beaten egg for a shiny finish. Let cool on a wire rack before slicing.
Notes
For best results, ensure your water is at the correct temperature for activating the yeast. If you’re unsure about the baking instructions, remember to start with a cold oven. This bread is delicious with butter and jam. Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days, or freeze for longer storage.
- Prep Time: 2 hours 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 10
- Sodium: 250
- Fat: 5
- Carbohydrates: 35
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 5
- Cholesterol: 10