Almond Free Whole Grain Honey Oat Sandwich Bread
There is something deeply satisfying about pulling a golden, hearty loaf from the oven, and this whole grain sandwich bread delivers exactly that kind of homemade comfort. Whole wheat flour and rolled oats give it a nutty, wholesome flavor and a chewy, substantial crumb that holds up beautifully to anything you pile on top. A touch of honey adds just enough natural sweetness to balance the earthiness of the grains without tipping it into dessert territory. Every single ingredient in this loaf is straightforward and easy to verify, which is a genuine relief when store-bought breads so often carry cross-contact warnings from shared production lines. The olive oil keeps the crumb tender and moist, so slices stay soft even a day or two after baking. Whether you're making a classic sandwich, thick toast with butter, or just tearing off a warm chunk straight from the rack, this is the kind of bread that earns a permanent spot in your weekly routine.
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12 servings
For the dough
- 1 cup warm water (105–110°f / 40–43°c)
- 2 ¼ tsp active dry yeast (1 standard packet)
- 2 tbsp honey
- 2 cups whole wheat flour
- ¾ cup rolled oats
- ½ cup all-purpose flour, plus more for kneading
- 1 ½ tsp fine sea salt
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
For topping
- 1 tbsp rolled oats, for topping (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the warm water, yeast, and honey in the bowl of a stand mixer (or a large mixing bowl). Stir briefly and let stand for 5–8 minutes, until the surface is foamy and the mixture smells yeasty.
- 2
Add the whole wheat flour, rolled oats, all-purpose flour, salt, and olive oil to the yeast mixture. Mix with the dough hook on low speed (or stir with a wooden spoon) until a shaggy dough forms, about 2 minutes.
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