Description
A wholesome homemade bread made with oats and chia seeds. Soft, hearty, and nutritious, this loaf is perfect for breakfast, sandwiches, or as a side to soups and salads.
Ingredients
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2 cups (250 g) all-purpose flour
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1 cup (120 g) rolled oats (plus 2 tbsp for topping)
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¼ cup (40 g) chia seeds
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2 tbsp flaxseed meal (optional)
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1 packet (2 ¼ tsp) instant yeast
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1 tsp salt
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1 tbsp sugar (or honey)
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1 cup (240 ml) warm water (110°F / 43°C)
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2 tbsp olive oil (or melted butter)
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1 large egg (room temperature, optional)
Instructions
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Combine warm water, sugar, and yeast in a small bowl. Let sit 5–7 minutes until foamy.
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In a large bowl, whisk flour, oats, chia seeds, flaxseed, and salt.
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Beat egg lightly, add with olive oil to the yeast mixture, and pour into dry ingredients.
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Mix until dough forms. Adjust with small amounts of flour or water as needed.
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Knead on a floured surface for 6–8 minutes until smooth and elastic.
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Place in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise 1–1.5 hours until doubled in size.
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Punch down dough, shape into a loaf, and place in a greased 9×5-inch loaf pan. Sprinkle with oats.
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Cover and let rise 30–40 minutes until slightly above pan rim.
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Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 35–40 minutes, or until golden brown and hollow-sounding.
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Cool 10 minutes in the pan, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
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Use certified gluten-free oats if making a gluten-free loaf.
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Coat loaf pan well to prevent sticking.
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Cool completely before slicing to avoid a gummy texture.
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Adjust hydration since chia seeds absorb moisture differently depending on brand.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American / Healthy
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 170 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 200 mg
- Fat: 5 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 27 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg
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