Homemade Honey Oatmeal Bread Recipe

This homemade honey oatmeal bread recipe is a delightful and hearty option for breakfast or snacking. The combination of honey and oats gives this bread a subtle sweetness and a nutty texture. It is soft on the inside with a crusty exterior, making it perfect for toasting or enjoying as is. With simple ingredients and easy-to-follow instructions, you can have freshly baked honey oatmeal bread right at home.

Ingredients

• 1 cup warm water (110°F)
• 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 1 1/2 cups old-fashioned oats
• 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
• 1/4 cup vegetable oil
• 3 cups all-purpose flour

Directions

1. In a mixing bowl, combine warm water, yeast, and honey. Let it sit for 5 minutes or until foamy.
2. Add oats, salt, and vegetable oil to the yeast mixture. Stir well.
3. Gradually add flour, 1 cup at a time, until a sticky dough forms.
4. Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for about 5-7 minutes or until the dough becomes smooth and elastic.
5. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour or until it doubles in size.
6. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
7. Punch down the dough and shape it into a loaf. Place the loaf in a greased 9x5-inch loaf pan.
8. Cover the pan with a damp cloth and let the dough rise for another 30 minutes.
9. Bake the bread in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes or until golden brown.
10. Remove the bread from the pan and let it cool on a wire rack before slicing.

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