This Maple Oat Bread is a delightful addition to your Thanksgiving table. With its subtle sweetness from maple syrup and hearty texture from oats, it makes for a perfect side dish or breakfast option during the holiday season.
The recipe is simple and requires basic baking techniques, making it accessible for bakers of all levels. Enjoy this comforting bread fresh out of the oven or toasted with butter.
Delicious Maple Oat Bread Recipe
This Maple Oat Bread is made with whole oats, flour, and maple syrup, creating a moist and flavorful loaf. It takes about 1 hour and 15 minutes from start to finish and yields one loaf, perfect for sharing during Thanksgiving gatherings.
Ingredients
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 1 cup warm water
- 1/2 cup maple syrup
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon active dry yeast
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon optional
Instructions
- Prepare Oats: In a bowl, combine rolled oats and warm water. Let it sit for about 10 minutes to soften.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: Add maple syrup, vegetable oil, and salt to the oat mixture. Stir well.
- Activate Yeast: In a separate bowl, dissolve the yeast in a little warm water and let it sit for about 5 minutes until frothy. Add this to the oat mixture.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the flour and cinnamon (if using) to the wet mixture, stirring until a dough forms.
- Knead the Dough: Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- First Rise: Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
- Shape the Loaf: Punch down the risen dough and shape it into a loaf. Place it in a greased loaf pan.
- Second Rise: Cover the loaf and let it rise again for about 30 minutes.
- Bake: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the bread for 30-35 minutes or until golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped.
- Cool: Remove from the oven and let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 1 loaf
- Calories: 150kcal
- Fat: 5g
- Protein: 3g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
