Whole Wheat and Steel Cut Oats Bread Recipe

This long-fermentation bread recipe combines the nutty flavor of whole wheat with the added texture and nutrition of steel-cut oats. With a chewy crust and soft interior, this bread is perfect for sandwiches or toast. It requires some advance preparation due to the long fermentation process, but the results are well worth the wait. Give this recipe a try and enjoy a homemade bread that is both tasty and wholesome.

Ingredients

• 2 cups whole wheat flour
• 1 cup steel-cut oats
• 1 3/4 cups warm water
• 2 teaspoons active dry yeast
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
• 1 tablespoon olive oil

Directions

1. In a large bowl, combine the whole wheat flour and steel-cut oats.
2. In a small bowl, dissolve the yeast and honey in warm water. Let it sit for about 5 minutes to activate the yeast.
3. Pour the yeast mixture into the bowl with flour and oats. Add the salt and olive oil. Stir until a shaggy dough forms.
4. Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for about 10 minutes, until the dough becomes smooth and elastic.
5. Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a clean kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm place for 2 hours, or until doubled in size.
6. Once the dough has doubled in size, gently deflate it and shape it into a loaf.
7. Transfer the shaped loaf to a parchment-lined or greased bread pan. Cover with a kitchen towel and let it rise for another 1 hour, or until it reaches the rim of the pan.
8. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
9. Bake the bread for 30-35 minutes, or until it is golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped on the bottom.
10. Remove the bread from the oven and let it cool completely on a wire rack before slicing. Enjoy!

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