Wholesome Honey-Wheat Oatmeal Bread
This delightful Whole Grain Honey-Wheat Oatmeal Bread has become a staple in our household, crafted with love by my daughter multiple times each week using our trusty bread machine. We’ve transitioned to an all-whole grain diet and eliminated white flour, embracing the wholesome goodness of freshly ground flours. The addition of vital wheat gluten ensures a light, fluffy texture rather than a dense loaf. It's essential for the bread to rise beautifully. Be sure to find powdered vital wheat gluten at any health or whole food store; without it, your bread might resemble a brick! This recipe is incredibly versatile; use the white bread cycle for a lighter loaf or opt for the whole wheat cycle for a heartier option. We love enjoying it fresh as toast or transformed into sandwiches with a wonderfully soft crust when stored in a bag. Dive into the pure goodness of this bread, knowing it's packed with nutrients and flavor!
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Servings
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Calories
8
Ingredients
Ingredients
Warm Water
10 fluid ounces (Warmed to about 110°F (43°C))
Olive Oil
1 tablespoon
Honey
1/3 cup (Preferably raw and local if available)
Salt
1 teaspoon (Use Real Salt or sea salt)
Rolled Oats
1 cup (Freshly rolled is optimal)
Whole Wheat Flour
3 cups (Freshly ground is best)
Vital Wheat Gluten
2 tablespoons
Instant Yeast
2 teaspoons
Instructions
1
Measure and add the warm water to the bread pan first.
2
Drizzle in the olive oil and honey, then sprinkle the salt over the liquid.
3
Add the rolled oats evenly across the liquid, ensuring they are soaked.
4
Sift in the whole wheat flour carefully, followed by the vital wheat gluten.
5
Make a small well in the center of the flour and add the instant yeast, keeping it away from the liquid and salt.
6
Select the white bread cycle on your bread machine for a lighter texture or the whole wheat cycle for a denser loaf.
7
Start the bread machine, and observe as your ingredients transform into delicious bread.
8
Once the baking cycle completes, carefully remove the bread from the pan.
9
For a crusty exterior, allow it to cool on a wire rack. For a softer crust, place the hot bread in a plastic bag to steam and soften the crust.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wholesome Honey-Wheat Oatmeal Bread?
It is a nutritious, all-whole grain bread made with honey, rolled oats, and whole wheat flour, specifically designed for a bread machine.
Is this recipe suitable for a bread machine?
Yes, this recipe is specifically crafted for use in a bread machine for easy and consistent results.
What kind of flour is used in this bread?
This recipe uses 3 cups of whole wheat flour, with freshly ground flour being the optimal choice.
Why is vital wheat gluten added?
Vital wheat gluten is essential in this whole grain recipe to ensure a light, fluffy texture and to help the bread rise properly.
What happens if I omit the vital wheat gluten?
Without vital wheat gluten, the bread may fail to rise correctly and might result in a very dense loaf, similar to a brick.
What temperature should the water be?
The water should be warmed to approximately 110 degrees Fahrenheit (43 degrees Celsius).
What type of oats are required?
The recipe calls for 1 cup of rolled oats, and using freshly rolled oats provides the best results.
Can I use any type of honey?
The recipe recommends using 1/3 cup of honey, preferably raw and local if available.
What kind of oil is used in this bread?
One tablespoon of olive oil is used to provide moisture and flavor to the loaf.
What type of yeast is best for this recipe?
The recipe specifies 2 teaspoons of instant yeast.
How should I layer the ingredients in the bread pan?
Start with warm water, then add olive oil, honey, and salt. Add the oats, then the flour and gluten, and finally the yeast in a small well at the top.
Why should the yeast be kept away from the salt and liquid?
Keeping the yeast in a dry well on top of the flour prevents it from activating too early, especially if you are using a delay timer.
Which bread machine cycle should I select?
You can use the white bread cycle for a lighter loaf or the whole wheat cycle for a heartier, denser option.
How do I achieve a soft crust?
To get a soft crust, place the hot bread inside a plastic bag immediately after removing it from the pan to let the steam soften it.
How do I achieve a crusty exterior?
For a crusty exterior, allow the bread to cool completely on a wire rack after baking.
Does this recipe contain white flour?
No, this recipe is designed to be entirely free of white flour, using only whole grains.
Can I use regular table salt?
The recipe suggests using sea salt or Real Salt for the best nutritional profile.
How many ingredients are needed for this recipe?
There are 8 total ingredients: water, olive oil, honey, salt, rolled oats, whole wheat flour, vital wheat gluten, and instant yeast.
Is this bread good for sandwiches?
Yes, it is excellent for sandwiches, especially when the crust is softened in a bag.
Is this bread good for toast?
Absolutely, the honey and oats make it a delicious choice for fresh toast.
Where can I buy vital wheat gluten?
Powdered vital wheat gluten can typically be found at health food stores or whole food markets.
How much honey is in one loaf?
Each loaf contains 1/3 cup of honey.
Is this recipe easy to make?
Yes, since it is designed for a bread machine, it is a very simple 'set it and forget it' style recipe.
Can I use this recipe for daily bread?
Yes, many families use this as their staple daily bread because it is both wholesome and easy to prepare.
What is the role of rolled oats in this bread?
The oats add fiber, nutrition, and a pleasant texture to the finished loaf.
Should I sift the flour?
The instructions recommend sifting in the whole wheat flour carefully to ensure it is light and free of lumps.
How much water is required?
The recipe requires 10 fluid ounces of warm water.
What color is the finished bread?
Because it uses whole wheat and oats, the bread will have a beautiful golden-brown color.
Is the texture dense or fluffy?
Thanks to the vital wheat gluten, the texture remains light and fluffy despite being a whole grain bread.
Can I substitute the olive oil?
While olive oil is recommended, other liquid oils could likely be used, though it may slightly alter the flavor.