Honey Cinnamon Oatmeal Bread Recipe
This Honey Cinnamon Oatmeal Bread is a delightful homemade loaf combining the hearty texture of rolled oats with the warm sweetness of honey and cinnamon. Soft and slightly sweet with a golden crust, it’s perfect for breakfast or as a wholesome snack.
- Author: Elias
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 40 minutes
- Yield: 1 loaf (about 12 slices) 1x
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Oat Mixture
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1 cup warm milk (240 ml)
Yeast Mixture
- 2 teaspoons active dry yeast
- 1/4 cup warm water (60 ml)
- 1 tablespoon honey
Main Dough
- 1/4 cup honey (60 ml)
- 1/4 cup melted butter (60 ml)
- 3 cups all-purpose flour (375 g)
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- Soften oats: In a small bowl, combine 1 cup rolled oats with 1 cup warm milk (240 ml) and let it sit for 10 minutes to soften the oats and prepare the mixture.
- Activate yeast: In a separate bowl, dissolve 2 teaspoons active dry yeast in 1/4 cup warm water (60 ml). Add 1 tablespoon honey and allow it to sit for 5-10 minutes until the mixture becomes bubbly, indicating active yeast.
- Combine wet ingredients: Add the softened oats mixture, 1/4 cup melted butter (60 ml), and 1/4 cup honey (60 ml) to the yeast mixture. Stir well until all ingredients are evenly combined.
- Add dry ingredients: Gradually mix in 3 cups all-purpose flour (375 g), 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Stir until a shaggy dough forms.
- Knead dough: Transfer the dough onto a lightly floured surface. Knead for about 8-10 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic. Add a bit more flour if the dough is too sticky, one tablespoon at a time.
- First rise: Place the kneaded dough into an oiled bowl, cover it with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm spot for 1 to 1.5 hours or until the dough has doubled in size.
- Shape dough: Punch down the risen dough to release air. Shape it into a log and place it into a greased loaf pan. Let it rise again for approximately 30 to 40 minutes until puffed.
- Preheat oven and bake: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake the loaf for 30 to 35 minutes, or until the bread is golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped.
- Cool and serve: Remove the bread from the pan and transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Make sure the milk and water are warm, not hot, to activate the yeast properly.
- For a richer flavor, you can brush the top of the loaf with melted butter right after baking.
- This bread keeps well for up to 3 days stored in an airtight container at room temperature.
- Slice the bread once cooled to avoid crumbling.
- You can substitute all-purpose flour with whole wheat flour for a heartier version, though the texture will be denser.
Keywords: honey cinnamon bread, oatmeal bread, homemade bread, sweet bread, breakfast bread