Easy & Healthy Oat and Wheat Bread Recipe

This oat and wheat bread recipe is incredibly easy to make and packed with nutrients, making it an excellent choice for a healthy, satisfying breakfast. Let’s get baking!

Ingredients for Oat and Wheat Bread:

• 2 1/2 cups oat flour;
• 1 cup rolled oats;
• 1 cup all-purpose flour;
• 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil;
• 2 tablespoons raw sugar (or demerara sugar);
• 1/2 teaspoon salt;
• 2/3 cup (approx. 150ml) lukewarm milk;
• 1 egg;
• 1 1/4 teaspoons (4g) active dry yeast.

How to make Oat and Wheat Bread:

1. In a large bowl, whisk together the egg, lukewarm milk, and sugar;
2. Mix well until the sugar is dissolved;
3. Add the yeast and mix;
4. Add the salt and olive oil;
5. Stir in the two cups of oat flour and the cup of rolled oats;
6. Mix until well combined;
7. Gradually add the all-purpose flour;
8. Feel the dough as you go—you may need slightly more or less flour depending on the humidity;
9. Knead well with your hands;
10. Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for about 10 to 15 minutes;
11. Return the dough to the bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and let it rest in a warm place for 30 minutes;
12. Once rested, place the dough on a floured surface again;
13. Press down on the dough with your fingers to deflate it;
14. Flatten it slightly and roll it into a loaf shape;
15. Place in a loaf pan greased with olive oil and let it rise again for 40 minutes;
16. When there are 10 minutes left for the rise, preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C);
17. Bake in the preheated oven for about 30 minutes, or until firm and golden brown;
18. Turn off the oven and let the bread sit for a few minutes before removing it. Enjoy!

Pro Tip:

Try adding a little honey or maple syrup to the dough for a hint of sweetness and an even softer texture. It’s delicious!

Did you know?

Oat and wheat bread is an excellent source of complex carbohydrates and fiber. Oats are rich in soluble fiber that helps lower cholesterol, while wheat provides slow-release carbohydrates that keep you energized for longer.

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