Creamy Strawberry Oat Bread
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Creamy Strawberry Oat Bread, a perfect blend of sweet strawberries and rich cream cheese, enhanced by the wholesome goodness of oats. This recipe is designed for your automatic bread maker (ABM), making it easy to enjoy freshly baked bread with minimal effort. Perfect for breakfast, a snack, or even a dessert, this bread is sure to impress family and friends. Serve it warm, or toast slices for an extra treat!
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Servings
150
Calories
9
Ingredients
Ingredients
Milk
1/2 cup (Warm slightly if desired.)
Mashed Strawberry
1/2 cup (Fresh or frozen, thawed and mashed.)
Cream Cheese
1/2 cup (Softened for easy mixing.)
Butter
2 tablespoons (Softened.)
Honey
3 tablespoons (Use a light or dark honey.)
Salt
1 1/3 teaspoons (Table salt or sea salt.)
Oatmeal
1 cup (Quick oats or rolled oats.)
Bread Flour
2 cups (All-purpose flour can be used in a pinch.)
Yeast
2 1/2 teaspoons (Active dry yeast or instant yeast.)
Instructions
1
Start by adding the milk, mashed strawberries, cream cheese, and butter into the bread pan of your bread maker.
2
Next, sprinkle the honey evenly over the wet ingredients.
3
In a separate bowl, mix together the salt, oatmeal, and bread flour. Carefully add this dry mixture into the bread pan, ensuring it covers the wet ingredients completely.
4
Make a small well in the center of the flour and add the yeast, taking care to keep it separate from the salt for the moment.
5
Select the ‘Sweet Bread’ setting on your automatic bread maker and set it to the appropriate loaf size, typically for a 1.5-pound loaf.
6
Once the program has started, allow the bread maker to do its magic. Monitor the process, but avoid opening the lid until the baking is finished.
7
When the baking cycle is complete, carefully remove the bread from the pan and let it cool on a wire rack before slicing.
8
Enjoy your freshly baked Creamy Strawberry Oat Bread plain, or with a spread of butter, jelly, or your favorite toppings!
Nutrition Information
5g
Fat
21g
Carbs
3g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Creamy Strawberry Oat Bread?
It is a delightful bread made in an automatic bread maker featuring a blend of sweet strawberries, rich cream cheese, and wholesome oats.
Can I make this recipe in a bread machine?
Yes, this recipe is specifically designed for an automatic bread maker for minimal effort.
What bread maker setting should I use?
You should select the Sweet Bread setting on your automatic bread maker.
What loaf size is this recipe intended for?
This recipe is typically designed for a 1.5-pound loaf.
Can I use frozen strawberries for this bread?
Yes, you can use frozen strawberries, provided they are thawed and mashed before adding to the pan.
Does the cream cheese need to be softened?
Yes, softening the cream cheese allows for easier mixing within the bread maker.
What type of oats are recommended?
You can use either quick oats or rolled oats for this recipe.
Is bread flour mandatory?
While bread flour is recommended for texture, all-purpose flour can be used in a pinch.
What type of yeast should I use?
You can use either active dry yeast or instant yeast.
How much honey is required?
The recipe calls for 3 tablespoons of light or dark honey.
Why should I keep the yeast separate from the salt?
Keeping them separate initially prevents the salt from prematurely affecting the yeast's activity.
In what order should I add the ingredients?
Add wet ingredients first (milk, strawberries, cheese, butter), then honey, then the dry mixture (salt, oats, flour), and finally the yeast.
Should the milk be heated?
The milk can be warmed slightly before being added to the bread pan if desired.
Can I open the bread maker lid during baking?
It is best to avoid opening the lid until the baking cycle is completely finished.
How many calories are in a serving?
Each serving contains approximately 150 calories.
What is the fat content per serving?
There are 5 grams of fat per serving in this bread.
How many carbohydrates are in this bread?
There are 21 grams of carbohydrates per serving.
How much protein does this bread provide?
Each serving provides 3 grams of protein.
How should the bread be cooled?
Once finished, remove the bread from the pan and let it cool on a wire rack.
How can I serve Creamy Strawberry Oat Bread?
It can be served warm, toasted, or with toppings like butter, jelly, or more cream cheese.
Is this bread suitable for breakfast?
Yes, its sweet and wholesome profile makes it perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert.
What kind of salt should I use?
The recipe works well with either table salt or sea salt.
How many ingredients are in this recipe?
There are 9 primary ingredients: milk, strawberries, cream cheese, butter, honey, salt, oatmeal, bread flour, and yeast.
Can I use margarine instead of butter?
Yes, though butter is recommended for the best flavor.
Do I need to mix the dry ingredients before adding them?
Yes, you should mix the salt, oatmeal, and bread flour in a separate bowl before adding them to the bread pan.
How do I add the yeast?
Make a small well in the center of the flour and add the yeast there.
What is the consistency of the mashed strawberries?
The strawberries should be thoroughly mashed to ensure even distribution through the dough.
Can I add extra honey for more sweetness?
You can adjust sweetness, but be mindful that changing liquid ratios can affect the bread's rise in a bread maker.
Is this a good recipe for beginners?
Yes, because it uses an automatic bread maker, it is very approachable for novice bakers.
What tags describe this recipe?
Common tags include bread, strawberry, cream cheese, oatmeal, sweet bread, breakfast, dessert, and baking.