Chestnut Free Classic Oat Bread
There is something deeply satisfying about pulling a golden, oat-topped loaf out of the oven and knowing exactly what went into it. This bread gets its hearty character from rolled oats soaked in boiling water, which keeps the crumb tender and gives every slice a subtle, nutty warmth. Honey and butter add just enough richness to make it feel special without tipping into dessert territory. The ingredient list is refreshingly straightforward — flour, oats, yeast, butter, honey, and salt — so there is no need to scrutinize labels for unexpected additions that could cause problems. The dough comes together easily whether you use a stand mixer or go old-school by hand, and the two-rise process rewards your patience with a beautifully domed loaf that sounds hollow when you tap it. Once it cools and you cut that first thick slice, you will understand why homemade bread never really goes out of style.
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12 servings
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1.250 cup water
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 ½ tsp fine salt
- 2 ¼ tsp active dry yeast (1 standard packet)
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour, plus more for kneading
For finishing
- 1 tbsp unsalted butter, melted, for brushing
- 2 tbsp rolled oats, for topping
Instructions
- 1
Combine 1 cup rolled oats, the boiling water, 2 tbsp butter, honey, and salt in a large mixing bowl. Stir until the butter melts, then let the mixture stand until cooled to lukewarm, about 20 minutes.
- 2
Sprinkle the yeast over the 1/4 cup warm water in a small bowl and let it stand until foamy, about 5 minutes.
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