Heart-Healthy Homemade Bread

Discover the perfect blend of nutrition and flavor with this Heart-Healthy Homemade Bread recipe—a wholesome creation that combines whole wheat flour, oat flour, and rolled oats for a hearty base, enriched with flaxseed meal, chopped walnuts, and sunflower seeds for a boost of omega-3s and crunchy texture. Naturally sweetened with honey and made with heart-loving olive oil, this bread is as nourishing as it is delicious. Ideal for breakfast toasts, lunchtime sandwiches, or simply paired with your favorite spread, it’s a guilt-free indulgence that’s easy to make in your own kitchen. Perfect for those seeking nutritious homemade bread recipes, this loaf is not only packed with fiber but also designed to support a healthy lifestyle.

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 10

Ingredients

• 2.5 cups Whole wheat flour
• 0.5 cups Oat flour
• 0.5 cups Rolled oats
• 0.25 cups Flaxseed meal
• 0.5 cups Chopped walnuts
• 0.25 cups Sunflower seeds
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 packet Active dry yeast
• 1.5 cups Warm water
• 2 tablespoons Honey
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the whole wheat flour, oat flour, rolled oats, flaxseed meal, chopped walnuts, sunflower seeds, and salt. Stir until well mixed.

Step 2

In a separate small bowl, dissolve the active dry yeast in warm water (between 105°F and 115°F). Stir in the honey and let sit for about 5 minutes, or until the mixture becomes frothy.

Step 3

Pour the yeast mixture and olive oil into the dry ingredients. Using a wooden spoon or your hands, mix until a sticky dough forms. If the dough is too dry, add a little more water, a tablespoon at a time.

Step 4

Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes, until the dough is smooth and elastic.

Step 5

Place the kneaded dough in a lightly oiled bowl, turning the dough to coat it with oil. Cover with a damp cloth and let rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until it has doubled in size.

Step 6

Once the dough has doubled, punch it down to release the air. Shape it into a loaf and place it in a lightly greased 9x5-inch loaf pan.

Step 7

Cover the loaf pan with the damp cloth and allow the dough to rise again for approximately 30 minutes, or until it has risen about 1 inch above the rim of the pan.

Step 8

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Once preheated, bake the bread for 35-40 minutes or until the top is golden brown and the loaf sounds hollow when tapped.

Step 9

Remove from the oven and let the bread cool in the pan for about 10 minutes. Transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	952 grams (952.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2511

Total Fat 109.40g	140%
Saturated Fat 12.80g	64%
Polyunsaturated Fat 14.50g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2393mg	104%
Total Carbohydrate 336.50g	122%
Dietary Fiber 60.70g	217%
Total Sugars 39.30g
Protein 78.20g	156%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 290mg	22%
Iron 20mg	113%
Potassium 2500mg	53%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 37.2%

Protein: 11.8%

Carbs: 50.9%