Description
This hearty, nutritious bread is made with rolled oats and chia seeds, giving it a lovely texture and a slight nutty flavor. Perfect for breakfast, sandwiches, or as a side to your favorite soups, this bread is light, fluffy, and packed with wholesome ingredients. Plus, it’s easy to make!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups rolled oats
- 2 tablespoons chia seeds
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour (you can substitute up to 1/2 with whole wheat flour)
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 cup milk (dairy or plant-based)
- 1/2 cup water
- 2 tablespoons butter or olive oil
- 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
Instructions
- In a small bowl, combine the yeast, sugar, and warm water (about 110°F or 43°C). Let it sit for 5-10 minutes, or until the mixture becomes frothy.
- In a large bowl, combine the oats, chia seeds, flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Add the milk, butter (or olive oil), and the frothy yeast mixture to the dry ingredients. Stir everything together until you form a dough.
- Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for about 5-7 minutes, or until the dough becomes smooth and elastic.
- Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a clean kitchen towel, and let it rise for 1-1.5 hours, or until it has doubled in size.
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Punch down the dough and shape it into a loaf. Place it in a greased loaf pan and let it rise for another 20-30 minutes.
- Bake the bread in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the bread sounds hollow when tapped.
- Remove the bread from the pan and let it cool on a wire rack before slicing.
Notes
- If you prefer a denser loaf, you can use 100% whole wheat flour instead of all-purpose flour.
- You can also add a handful of raisins, nuts, or seeds to the dough for extra texture and flavor.
- This bread is best eaten fresh but can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days. It also freezes well for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American