MSG Free Classic Oat Bread
There is something deeply satisfying about a homemade loaf that fills your kitchen with the warm, nutty scent of toasted oats and fresh bread. This recipe keeps things beautifully simple — rolled oats, honey, butter, flour, yeast, and salt are all you need, so there is no guesswork about hidden additives or flavor enhancers sneaking into your slice. Store-bought breads are notorious for containing ingredients that don't belong on a clean pantry shelf, which makes baking your own the smartest move. The oats get soaked in boiling water before the dough even comes together, giving the finished loaf a tender, slightly chewy crumb that sets it apart from a standard white sandwich bread. A brush of melted butter and a scatter of rolled oats on top before baking creates a golden, rustic crust that looks like it came straight from an artisan bakery. Let it cool on the rack before slicing — if you can wait that long — and you will have a loaf that is just as good plain as it is piled high with your favorite toppings.
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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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