Outstanding Oatmeal Bread for Bread Machine 🍞

Description:

Indulge in the delight of freshly baked bread right out of your bread machine with this outstanding oatmeal bread recipe! Crunchy on the outside and soft on the inside, this bread is a perfect addition to any meal or enjoyed on its own.

Key Information:

• Cook Time: 1 hour
• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
• Servings: 8
• Calories: 243.2 per serving
• Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5/5)

Ingredients:

Instructions:

1. Preparation:

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   • Before starting, ensure your bread machine is clean and ready for use.

2. Initial Ingredients:

   • In the bread machine pan, add water, butter, and honey.

3. Dry Ingredients:

   • Next, add dry milk, salt, and white bread flour into the pan.

4. Yeast Addition:

   • Create a small groove in the flour and add the active dry yeast into it.

5. Bread Machine Settings:

   • Choose the White bread cycle or the Dough cycle on your bread machine, depending on your preference.

6. Oatmeal Addition:

   • When prompted by the machine’s beep, add the rolled oats into the mixture.

7. Dough Shaping (Optional):

   • If you opt for the Dough cycle, once it’s completed, remove the dough and shape it into either one large loaf or two smaller ones.

8. Oat Topping:

   • Sprinkle a generous amount of rolled oats on top of the loaf(s) for added texture and flavor.

9. Preheat Oven:

   • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) in preparation for baking.

10. Rising Time:

    • Allow the dough to rise for approximately 40 minutes, or until it has doubled in size.

11. Baking Process:

    • Once risen, lower the oven temperature to 350°F (175°C) and bake the bread for approximately 30 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.

12. Additional Tips:

    • For a healthier twist, consider using a mixture of half white and half whole wheat flour.
    • To enhance texture, add the oats after the first knead or at the beep on the fruit and nut cycle.
    • For extra crunch, sprinkle a few oats on top of the loaf after its final rise.
    • If you notice the bread rising too much during baking, gently puncture it with a needle to release excess air and prevent it from overflowing.
    • Note that instant oatmeal is not suitable for this recipe, but quick-cooking oats work perfectly.

Enjoy Your Outstanding Oatmeal Bread!

Indulge in the wonderful aroma and taste of freshly baked oatmeal bread, straight from your bread machine to your table. Whether enjoyed warm with a spread of butter or used to make sandwiches, this bread is sure to become a household favorite. Experiment with different flour blends and toppings to customize it to your liking. Happy baking! 🥖🌾