Homemade Honey Oat Bread Recipe

Name: Homemade Honey Oat Bread
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 cups all-purpose flour (381 grams); 3/4 cup oats (instant or old fashioned); 2 1/4 teaspoons instant yeast; 1 1/2 teaspoons salt; 1 cup milk (250 ml, almond or soy milk for vegan or dairy free); 1/4 cup water, lukewarm (62 ml); 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (28 grams) or 2 tablespoons margarine (28 grams); 1/4 cup honey (agave for vegan); Topping; 1 1/2 - 2 tablespoons honey or 1 1/2-2 tablespoons Agave, warmed; 1 1/2 - 2 tablespoons oats

Servings: persons

3 cups all-purpose flour (381 grams)
3/4 cup oats (instant or old fashioned)
2 1/4 teaspoons instant yeast
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1 cup milk (250 ml, almond or soy milk for vegan or dairy free)
1/4 cup water, lukewarm (62 ml)
2 tablespoons unsalted butter (28 grams) or 2 tablespoons margarine (28 grams)
1/4 cup honey (agave for vegan)
Topping
1 1/2 - 2 tablespoons honey or 1 1/2-2 tablespoons Agave, warmed
1 1/2 - 2 tablespoons oats

1
In a large bowl, or the bowl of a standing mixer, combine the flour, oats, yeast, and salt.
2
In a small bowl, or two cup (450 ml) measuring cup, warm the milk so that it's hot enough to melt the butter, but not boiling. Add the butter, stirring until melted, then stir in the water and honey.
3
Pour the milk mixture into the flour mixture, mixing with a dough hook until it just comes together to form a dough. Knead in the mixer, with the dough hook attachment, for 10 minutes, until the dough is smooth and elastic (if you're making this recipe by hand, the dough will be very sticky at first; flour your hands and work surface generously and be patient). If the dough is still very wet and sticky after 5 minutes of kneading, add more flour, 1 tablespoon at a time, until the dough is barely tacky. If the dough is too dry, add water, 1 teaspoon (5 ml) at a time, to soften it up.
4
Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover, and allow to rise until doubled, about 1/2 to 1 hour.
5
Once doubled, place the dough on a clean, dry work surface. If the dough is too sticky, lightly flour the surface before continuing. With your fingers, flatten the dough into a 9 by 12-inch rectangle. Tightly roll the dough, tucking the ends as needed, into a loaf. Place the shaped dough into a 9x5-inch loaf pan, cover with a clean dry towl, and allow to rise until doubled, about 1/2 to 1 hour.
6
Preheat oven to 350 degrees (180 C). Place an empty loaf pan on the bottom rack of the oven and bring 2 cups of water to a boil.
7
When the loaf is doubled again, brush the top with the warmed honey and sprinkle with the oats.
8
Place the bread in the oven and pour the boiling water into the empty loaf pan on the bottom rack of the oven. Bake for 40 to 50 minutes, until the bread is deep golden brown and the internal temperature is about 190 degrees.
9
Transfer to a wire cooling rack and allow to cool completely before serving.

786

kcal

Calories

Fat

150

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 cups all-purpose flour (381 grams), 3/4 cup oats (instant or old fashioned), 2 1/4 teaspoons instant yeast, 1 1/2 teaspoons salt, and more.

Yes, Homemade Honey Oat Bread falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

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Homemade Honey Oat Bread

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Variations & substitutions

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