🍯 Honey Oatmeal Bread for Your KitchenAid Mixer 🍞
Introduction
At one point in my culinary adventures, I found myself delving into the world of homemade bread, and let me tell you, this recipe quickly became a cherished favorite in my kitchen! Straight from the beloved KitchenAid Recipe and Instruction book, this Honey Oatmeal Bread is a delight for the senses. 🌾 The warmth of the oven, the heavenly scent wafting through the air, and that first slice slathered with butter… pure bliss! 🤤 There’s something truly special about homemade bread, one of life’s simple pleasures indeed.
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Prep Time: 2 hours
- Total Time: 2 hours and 40 minutes
- Servings: 2 loaves of bread
- Category: Yeast Breads
- Keywords: Breads, Healthy, Weeknight, Mixer, Oven, Small Appliance, < 4 Hours
Ingredients
| Quantity | Ingredient |
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| 5 – 6 1/2 cups | All-purpose flour |
| 1 cup | Quick-cooking oats |
| 2 teaspoons | Salt |
| 2 packages (2 1/4 teaspoons each) | Active dry yeast |
| 1 1/2 cups | Water |
| 1/2 cup | Honey |
| 1/2 cup | Butter, softened |
| 2 tablespoons | Margarine, softened |
| 2 | Eggs, room temperature |
| 1 tablespoon | Water (for brushing) |
| 1 tablespoon | Egg white (for brushing) |
| As needed | Oatmeal (for sprinkling) |
Instructions
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Prepare the Dough:
- In the bowl of your KitchenAid mixer, combine 5 cups of all-purpose flour, quick-cooking oats, salt, and active dry yeast.
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Mix the Ingredients:
- Attach the bowl and dough hook to your mixer.
- Turn the mixer to speed 2 and let it mix for about 30 seconds.
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Warm the Liquid Ingredients:
- In a saucepan, combine the water, honey, and softened butter.
- Heat the mixture until it reaches a temperature of 120°F to 130°F.
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Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients:
- With the mixer still on speed 2, slowly pour the warm liquid into the flour mixture.
- Let it mix for approximately 1 minute.
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Add Eggs:
- Add the room temperature eggs to the mixture.
- Continue mixing for an additional 1 minute.
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Knead the Dough:
- While still on speed 2, gradually add the remaining 1/2 to 1 1/2 cups of flour, 1/2 cup at a time.
- Keep mixing until the dough clings to the dough hook and cleans the sides of the bowl. This should take around 3 minutes.
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Knead Until Smooth:
- Increase the mixer speed to 2 and knead the dough for 7-10 minutes, or until it becomes smooth and elastic.
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First Rise:
- Place the dough in a greased bowl, turning it to coat the top with oil.
- Cover the bowl with a clean kitchen towel and let it rise in a warm place until it doubles in size, which should take about 1 hour.
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Shape the Loaves:
- After the dough has risen, punch it down to release any air bubbles.
- Divide the dough into two equal portions and shape each half into a loaf.
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Prepare the Loaf Pans:
- Grease two 8 1/2 x 4 1/2 x 2 1/2-inch bread pans.
- Place each shaped loaf into a prepared pan.
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Second Rise:
- Cover the pans with a clean kitchen towel and let the loaves rise in a warm place until they double in size again, about 1 hour.
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Preheat the Oven:
- Meanwhile, preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
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Brush and Sprinkle:
- In a small bowl, whisk together 1 tablespoon of water and the egg white.
- Brush the tops of the risen loaves with this mixture.
- Sprinkle the loaves with a generous amount of oatmeal for that classic honey oatmeal bread look and texture.
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Bake to Perfection:
- Place the pans in the preheated oven and bake for about 40 minutes, or until the bread is golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped on the bottom.
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Cool and Enjoy:
- Once baked, remove the loaves from the oven and let them cool in the pans for a few minutes.
- Transfer the bread to wire racks to cool completely before slicing.
- Serve slices warm with a generous slathering of butter, and savor the homemade goodness!
Notes:
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Rising Times: Keep an eye on the dough during the rising stages. The times mentioned are approximate, as they can vary based on the temperature of your kitchen.
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Customization: Feel free to customize this recipe by adding nuts, seeds, or dried fruits to the dough for extra flavor and texture.
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Storage: Store any leftover bread in an airtight container or zip-top bag at room temperature for up to 3-4 days. For longer storage, wrap tightly and freeze for up to 3 months.
There you have it, a delightful recipe for Honey Oatmeal Bread made effortlessly in your trusty KitchenAid mixer! 🍞✨ Enjoy the process of creating this aromatic, tender loaf from scratch, and revel in the simple pleasure of homemade bread at its finest. Slice, toast, and indulge in every buttery, honey-kissed bite! 😋🌾
