Sunday Brunch: Dorie Greenspan'S Oatmeal Breakfast

Name: Sunday Brunch: Dorie Greenspan'S Oatmeal Breakfast Bread Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 cup (packed) light brown sugar; 1/4 cup chopped walnuts or pecans; 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 2 large eggs; 1 1/4 cups unsweetened applesauce; 1/3 cup flavorless oil, such as canola or safflower; 1/4 cup buttermilk or whole milk; 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour; 3/4 cup sugar; 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder; 3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1/2 teaspoon baking soda; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg; Pinch of ground cloves; 1/2 cup diced dried figs, apples, or apricots or moist, plump raisins (dark or golden); 1 cup old-fashioned oats

Servings: persons

1/4 cup (packed) light brown sugar
1/4 cup chopped walnuts or pecans
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 large eggs
1 1/4 cups unsweetened applesauce
1/3 cup flavorless oil, such as canola or safflower
1/4 cup buttermilk or whole milk
1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
3/4 cup sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
Pinch of ground cloves
1/2 cup diced dried figs, apples, or apricots or moist, plump raisins (dark or golden)
1 cup old-fashioned oats

1
Center a rack in oven; preheat to 350u00b0F. Butter 9-by-5-inch loaf pan, dust with flour, and tap out excess. Put pan on a baking sheet.
2
In a small bowl, use your fingers to toss together the sugar, nuts, and cinnamon until evenly mix. Set aside.
3
Whisk together the eggs, applesauce, oil, and buttermilk until well blended. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, baking soda, salt, nutmeg, and cloves. Remove 1/2 teaspoon of mix; toss it with the fruit to coat. Set aside. Stir the oats into the bowl. Pour the liquid ingredients over the dry, and, using a large rubber spatula, stir just until everything is evenly moistened. Don't overdo the mixing. Scatter the dried fruit over batter and stir it to blend. Scrape batter into pan; sprinkle over topping, tamping it down lightly with fingers so it sticks.
4
Bake 55 to 65 minutes, or until the bread is browned and a thin knife inserted into center comes out clean. Transfer bread to a cooling rack for about 5 minutes. Run a knife around the sides of pan and unmold. Invert and cool to room temperature right side up.

786

kcal

Calories

Fat

113

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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
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 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/4 cup (packed) light brown sugar, 1/4 cup chopped walnuts or pecans, 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon, 2 large eggs, and more.

Yes, Sunday Brunch: Dorie Greenspan'S Oatmeal Breakfast Bread Recipe falls under the Breakfast 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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Sunday Brunch: Dorie Greenspan'S Oatmeal Breakfast Bread Recipe

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Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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