Tree Nut Free Classic Multigrain Bread

Total time3 hr

Prep time25 min

Cook time35 min

There is something deeply satisfying about a homemade loaf packed with real, wholesome grains, and this one delivers on every level. A soaker made from rolled oats, millet, sunflower seeds, and flaxseeds gives the bread incredible texture and a nutty depth of flavor — all without a single tree nut in sight. For anyone navigating labels at the bakery counter, where "may contain" warnings are practically unavoidable, baking from scratch with these straightforward ingredients is a genuinely stress-free alternative. The dough comes together with whole wheat and all-purpose flour, honey for a touch of sweetness, and a little butter for richness, resulting in a crumb that's tender but sturdy enough to hold up to thick spreads or hearty sandwich fillings. The two-rise process takes patience, but it's what gives the loaf that beautifully domed top and hollow-sounding crust that makes pulling it from the oven feel like a real achievement. Brushed with melted butter and finished with a scatter of oats, it looks like something from an artisan bakery — except you know exactly what went into it. Let it cool fully before slicing and you'll be rewarded with clean, even slices that are just as good toasted the next morning as they are fresh from the rack.

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Ingredients

12 servings

For the grain soaker

½ cup rolled oats
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2 tbsp millet
2 tbsp sunflower seeds
2 tbsp flaxseeds
½ cup boiling water

For the dough

2 ¼ tsp active dry yeast (1 standard packet)
1 cup warm water (105–110°f / 40–43°c)
2 tbsp honey
1 ½ cups whole wheat flour
1 ½ cups all-purpose flour, plus more for kneading
1 ½ tsp fine salt
2 tbsp unsalted butter, softened

For finishing

1 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
1 tbsp rolled oats (optional)

Instructions

1
Combine the rolled oats, millet, sunflower seeds, and flaxseeds in a small heatproof bowl. Pour the boiling water over the grain mixture and stir to combine. Let the soaker stand for 20 minutes, until the water is fully absorbed and the mixture has cooled to room temperature.
2
In the bowl of a stand mixer (or a large bowl), combine the warm water and honey and sprinkle the yeast over the top. Let stand for 5–10 minutes, until the yeast is foamy and active.

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