Oat Bread for Bread Machine

Dive into the comforting aroma of homemade "Oat Bread for Bread Machine," a wholesome and effortless recipe perfect for busy days. This bread combines the natural sweetness of honey with the hearty texture of quick-cooking oats, resulting in a soft yet slightly chewy loaf perfect for breakfast, sandwiches, or a savory dinner side. Made directly in your bread machine, this foolproof recipe comes together in just minutes of prep, with no kneading required. The optional addition of vital wheat gluten ensures a bakery-quality texture, while adjustable crust settings let you customize the loaf to your liking. Ready in just over three hours, this 1.5-pound loaf is as versatile as it is nourishing, making it a must-try for home bakers seeking convenience without sacrificing flavor.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:210 mins

Total Time:215 mins

Servings: 10

Ingredients

• 1.25 cups Water
• 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
• 3 tablespoons Honey
• 1 teaspoons Salt
• 2.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 cup Quick-cooking oats
• 1 tablespoon Vital wheat gluten (optional, for improved texture)
• 2.25 teaspoons Active dry yeast

Directions

Step 1

Add the water, vegetable oil, and honey to the bread machine pan.

Step 2

Sprinkle the salt around the edges of the liquid to avoid direct contact with the yeast.

Step 3

Carefully add the all-purpose flour, quick-cooking oats, and vital wheat gluten (if using) above the liquid layer.

Step 4

Make a small well in the center of the dry ingredients and add the active dry yeast. Ensure the yeast does not come into contact with the liquid.

Step 5

Place the bread machine pan into the bread machine and select the 'Basic' or 'White Bread' setting, depending on your machine model.

Step 6

Set the loaf size to 1.5 pounds and choose your preferred crust color (light, medium, or dark). Press 'Start'.

Step 7

Let the bread machine knead, proof, and bake the bread. The entire process will take approximately 3 hours and 30 minutes, depending on your machine.

Step 8

When the bread is done, carefully remove the pan from the bread machine. Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes.

Step 9

Transfer the bread to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing and serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	791.6 grams (791.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1857

Total Fat 35.50g	46%
Saturated Fat 5.20g	26%
Polyunsaturated Fat 16.80g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2383mg	104%
Total Carbohydrate 338.50g	123%
Dietary Fiber 17.60g	63%
Total Sugars 54.20g
Protein 49.60g	99%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 115mg	9%
Iron 18mg	99%
Potassium 805mg	17%

*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: 17.1%

Protein: 10.6%

Carbs: 72.3%