There’s something profoundly comforting about the aroma of bread baking in the oven, especially when it’s as nutritious and delicious as oatmeal bread. Packed with the wholesome goodness of oats and enhanced by the crunch of nuts and seeds, these recipes are not just a treat for the taste buds but also a boon for your health. Whether you’re a novice baker or a seasoned pro, you’ll find these recipes both easy and rewarding. Let’s dive into the world of oatmeal bread with two distinct recipes that are sure to become your new favorites.
Oatmeal Bread with Nuts
This rustic and hearty oatmeal bread, studded with walnuts, pumpkin seeds, and sunflower seeds, is the perfect combination of softness and crunch. Here are the ingredients and baking instructions for the Oatmeal Bread with Nuts recipe, a delightful way to start your day.
Ingredients:
- Oatmeal: 3 cups
- Eggs: 2
- Salt: 1 tsp
- White yogurt: 1.5 cups
- Walnuts: 1 cup, finely chopped
- Pumpkin seeds: 1 tbsp
- Sunflower seeds: 1 tbsp
- Baking powder: 1 teaspoon
- Sesame seeds: to taste (optional)
Preparation:
- Start by Mixing: In a large bowl, blend the oatmeal with beaten eggs. This is your base.
- Incorporate Wet Ingredients: Gradually stir in the salt and white yogurt until the mixture is well combined.
- Add Crunch: Fold in the walnuts, pumpkin seeds, and sunflower seeds for that delightful texture.
- Leaven: Mix in the baking powder to help your bread rise to the occasion.
Baking Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 180°C (356°F).
- Prepare a 30×11 cm baking form by lining it with parchment paper.
- Fill the form with your dough, spreading it evenly.
- Optional: Sprinkle sesame seeds on top for an extra sesame flavor.
- Bake for 35 minutes or until your bread is golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Seed Oat Bread
Our second recipe is a lighter oatmeal bread, generously topped with a mix of sunflower, pumpkin, sesame, and flax seeds. It’s a bread that offers not just taste but a bounty of health benefits.
Ingredients:
- Eggs: 2
- White yogurt: 150 g
- Salt: ½ tsp
- Oat flakes: 280 g, blended until fine
- Baking powder: 1 teaspoon
- Mixed seeds: Sunflower, pumpkin, sesame, flax seeds, to taste
Preparation:
- Whisk Together: Lightly beat the eggs in a large bowl, then whisk in the white yogurt.
- Season: Stir in the salt for flavor.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: Combine the finely blended oatmeal with baking powder.
- Combine: Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the yogurt-egg mixture until just combined.
Baking Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 180°C (356°F).
- Prepare your baking form as before, with parchment paper.
- Transfer the dough to the form, smoothing out the top.
- Decorate: Generously sprinkle the top with your mix of seeds.
- Bake for 25 minutes, or until the bread is beautifully golden and feels firm to the touch.
Both of these oatmeal bread recipes offer a delightful and healthy addition to any meal. Whether you’re enjoying a slice toasted with butter for breakfast, using it for a hearty sandwich at lunch, or serving it alongside dinner, you’re sure to enjoy the natural, nutty flavors and the satisfying crunch of seeds and nuts. Happy baking, and enjoy the wholesome goodness packed in every slice!
