Zesty Orange Oatmeal Bread
This Zesty Orange Oatmeal Bread is a delightful blend of sweet and tangy flavors, perfect for any breakfast table. The combination of hearty rolled oats and luscious orange marmalade creates a uniquely flavorful bread that is not only delicious but also wholesome. Toast it up to enjoy with butter or cream cheese, or slice it thick for a delightful French toast treat. Ideal for brunch gatherings or simply as a comforting breakfast at home, this bread is sure to become a family favorite. Whether enjoyed fresh out of the bread machine or toasted to perfection, every bite is a warm, citrusy embrace that will brighten your mornings.
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Servings
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Calories
7
Ingredients
Ingredients
Milk
1 cup + 2 tablespoons (slightly warm)
Orange Marmalade
1/2 cup (none)
Butter
1 1/2 teaspoons (softened)
White Bread Flour
3 1/4 cups (none)
Salt
1 teaspoon (none)
Rolled Oats
3/4 cup (none)
Yeast
2 teaspoons (active dry or instant)
Instructions
1
Ensure the milk is slightly warmer than body temperature before starting.
2
Allow all other ingredients to reach room temperature for optimal mixing.
3
In your bread machine, carefully add the warm milk, additional milk, orange marmalade, and butter first.
4
Next, layer in the bread flour, followed by salt, rolled oats, and yeast, making sure that the yeast does not touch the salt directly.
5
Select the 'basic' or 'white bread' cycle on your bread machine and start the process.
6
Keep in mind that the cooking time is approximate and may vary based on your specific bread maker model.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Zesty Orange Oatmeal Bread?
Zesty Orange Oatmeal Bread is a flavorful yeast bread that combines hearty rolled oats with sweet and tangy orange marmalade, specifically designed for bread machines.
What does this bread taste like?
It offers a delightful blend of sweet and tangy flavors with a warm, citrusy embrace and a hearty texture from the oats.
What are the main ingredients?
The main ingredients include milk, orange marmalade, butter, white bread flour, salt, rolled oats, and yeast.
How should I serve Zesty Orange Oatmeal Bread?
It can be enjoyed fresh, toasted with butter or cream cheese, or sliced thick for French toast.
Is this bread suitable for brunch?
Yes, its unique citrus flavor makes it ideal for brunch gatherings or a comforting breakfast at home.
What kind of oats should I use?
The recipe calls for 3/4 cup of rolled oats to provide a hearty texture.
What temperature should the milk be?
The milk should be slightly warmer than body temperature to help activate the yeast properly.
Why do the ingredients need to be at room temperature?
Allowing ingredients to reach room temperature ensures optimal mixing and a consistent rise in the bread machine.
What is the correct order for adding ingredients to the bread machine?
Add the warm milk, marmalade, and butter first, then layer the flour, salt, and oats, adding the yeast last.
Why can't the yeast touch the salt?
The yeast should not touch the salt directly because salt can inhibit or kill the yeast, preventing the bread from rising.
Which bread machine cycle should I use?
You should select the 'basic' or 'white bread' cycle on your bread machine.
How much orange marmalade is required?
The recipe requires 1/2 cup of orange marmalade.
How much yeast is needed?
You will need 2 teaspoons of active dry or instant yeast.
What type of flour is best for this recipe?
White bread flour is recommended for the best structure and texture, requiring 3 1/4 cups.
Does the cooking time vary?
Yes, the cooking time is approximate and may vary depending on the specific model of your bread maker.
Can I use this bread for French toast?
Absolutely, slicing it thick for French toast is a recommended way to enjoy this citrusy bread.
How much butter is used?
The recipe calls for 1 1/2 teaspoons of softened butter.
Is this bread wholesome?
Yes, the combination of hearty rolled oats and simple ingredients makes it a wholesome breakfast choice.
How much milk is in the recipe?
The recipe uses 1 cup plus 2 tablespoons of milk.
What makes the bread zesty?
The inclusion of 1/2 cup of orange marmalade provides the characteristic zesty and tangy citrus flavor.
Is this recipe beginner-friendly?
Yes, it is designed for a bread machine, which simplifies the mixing and baking process for beginners.
How many ingredients are in this recipe?
There are 7 primary ingredients used in this bread recipe.
What is the role of the oats?
The rolled oats add heartiness and a pleasant texture to the loaf.
Can I use margarine instead of butter?
While the recipe specifies butter for flavor, margarine can usually be substituted in bread machine recipes.
How much salt should I add?
The recipe requires 1 teaspoon of salt.
What tags are associated with this bread?
Associated tags include bread, yeast bread, oat bread, orange marmalade, breakfast, and comfort food.
Is this bread sweet?
Yes, it has a sweet element derived from the orange marmalade.
Can I eat this bread with cream cheese?
Yes, toasting it and serving with cream cheese is a delicious serving suggestion.
What is the texture of the bread?
It is described as a hearty bread with a soft crumb, made more substantial by the addition of rolled oats.
Why is the bread machine cycle important?
The 'basic' or 'white' cycle provides the correct timing for kneading, rising, and baking this specific type of yeast bread.