Eggless Classic Oat Bread
There is something deeply satisfying about a homemade loaf that fills the kitchen with the warm, nutty scent of toasted oats. This bread gets its hearty character from rolled oats soaked right into the dough, giving every slice a subtly chewy texture and a gentle sweetness from a touch of honey. Many store-bought breads and even some homemade recipes sneak in egg washes for that glossy finish, but here a simple brush of melted butter does the job beautifully — no eggs needed anywhere in the process. The dough comes together with pantry staples, rises into a proud, domed loaf, and bakes to a deep golden crust scattered with extra oats for a little crunch on top. It slices cleanly once cooled, making it ideal for sandwiches, toast, or just tearing off a hunk while it's still slightly warm. If you've been searching for a wholesome, egg-free sandwich bread that doesn't feel like a compromise, this is the one to bookmark.
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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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