Buttermilk Oat Bread

Buttermilk Oat Bread

Here’s a wholesome and flavorful Buttermilk Oat Bread recipe — soft, hearty, and perfect for breakfast or sandwiches. 🍞✨

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🥣 Buttermilk Oat Bread

Ingredients:

• 1 ½ cups buttermilk, warmed (about 110°F / 43°C)

• 2 tablespoons honey (or brown sugar)

• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

• 2 ¼ teaspoons (1 packet) active dry yeast

• 1 ½ cups rolled oats (plus extra for topping)

• 2 ¾ to 3 cups all-purpose flour (or half whole wheat flour for a heartier loaf)

• 1 ½ teaspoons salt

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🧡 Instructions:

Step 1: Activate the yeast

1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the warm buttermilk, honey, and yeast.

2. Let it sit for 5–10 minutes, until it becomes foamy and bubbly — this means the yeast is active.

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Step 2: Mix the dough

1. Add the melted butter, oats, and salt to the yeast mixture.

2. Stir in 2 cups of flour to form a sticky dough.

3. Gradually add the remaining flour, a little at a time, until the dough comes together and is soft but not sticky.

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Step 3: Knead the dough

1. Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead for about 8–10 minutes, until smooth and elastic.

   • (If using a stand mixer, knead with a dough hook for 5–6 minutes.)

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Step 4: First rise

1. Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, turning it once to coat.

2. Cover with a clean towel or plastic wrap and let rise in a warm place for 1 to 1½ hours, or until doubled in size.

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Step 5: Shape and second rise

1. Punch down the dough and shape it into a loaf.

2. Place it in a greased 9x5-inch loaf pan.

3. Brush the top lightly with melted butter or milk, then sprinkle a few rolled oats on top.

4. Cover and let rise again for 30–45 minutes, until the dough has risen slightly above the rim of the pan.

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Step 6: Bake

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

2. Bake the bread for 30–35 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the loaf sounds hollow when tapped.

3. (Optional: Cover with foil after 25 minutes if it browns too quickly.)

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Step 7: Cool and serve

• Remove the bread from the pan and cool on a wire rack before slicing.

• Brush with a little melted butter for a soft, glossy crust.

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🍯 Tips & Variations

• For extra texture: Add ¼ cup chopped nuts or sunflower seeds to the dough.

• For a sweeter version: Use ¼ cup brown sugar instead of honey.

• No buttermilk? Make your own by mixing 1 ½ cups milk + 1 ½ tablespoons lemon juice or vinegar. Let it sit for 5 minutes before using.

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💛 Why You’ll Love It

This Buttermilk Oat Bread is soft, slightly nutty, and subtly tangy from the buttermilk. The oats add texture and heartiness, making it perfect for toast, sandwiches, or just with butter and jam. It stays moist for days and freezes beautifully.