Spice Free Classic Oat Bread
There is something deeply satisfying about a homemade loaf that fills the kitchen with the warm, nutty scent of toasted oats and fresh bread. This recipe keeps things beautifully simple — rolled oats, butter, honey, flour, and yeast are all you need to build a loaf with real depth of flavor and a gorgeous golden crust. For anyone navigating a spice-free lifestyle, store-bought breads can be a minefield of hidden seasonings, but every single ingredient here is clean and easy to verify. The oats pull double duty, lending a subtle chewiness to the crumb while also getting scattered over the top for a rustic, bakery-worthy finish. A brush of melted butter right before baking gives the crust that irresistible deep brown color and a faint richness that makes each slice feel like a treat. Let it cool on the rack before cutting — the inside needs that time to set — and then enjoy it plain, toasted, or 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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