High Fructose Corn Syrup Free Classic Oat Bread
There is something deeply satisfying about pulling a golden, oat-topped loaf from the oven, and this one delivers that moment every single time. The ingredient list is refreshingly straightforward — rolled oats, honey, butter, flour, yeast, and salt — so you know exactly what is going into every slice without having to decode a label. Store-bought breads are notorious for sneaking in corn syrup as a sweetener or dough conditioner, but here a touch of real honey does all the heavy lifting, keeping things naturally sweet and wholesome. The oats get soaked in boiling water before the dough even comes together, which gives the finished loaf a tender, slightly chewy crumb that sets it apart from a basic white sandwich bread. A brush of melted butter and a scatter of rolled oats on top create a crust that is equal parts beautiful and delicious. The two-rise process takes a little patience, but the result — a deep golden loaf that sounds hollow when tapped — is absolutely worth the wait. Slice it warm with a little extra butter or use it for sandwiches all week long.
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12 servings
- 1 cup rolled oats
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- 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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