A delightful homemade bread recipe that combines the wholesome flavors of oats, honey, and buttermilk for a soft and flavorful loaf.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, whole wheat flour, salt, and yeast.
Ensure the yeast is evenly distributed for consistent rising.
Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients and add the buttermilk, egg, melted butter, and honey.
Mix the wet ingredients slightly before incorporating into the dry ingredients.
Stir the mixture until a rough dough forms, then add the rolled oats and knead for about 5 minutes until smooth and elastic.
If the dough is too sticky, add a little more flour, one tablespoon at a time.
Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and let it rise in a warm place until doubled in size, about 1 hour.
A warm oven (turned off) can be a great place for the dough to rise.
Grease two bread pans and divide the dough evenly between them. Smooth the tops with wet hands.
Wet hands prevent the dough from sticking while shaping.
Cover the pans with greased plastic wrap and let the dough rise again until it reaches about 1/2 inch above the rim, approximately 1 hour.
Ensure the plastic wrap is loose to allow the dough to expand.
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake the loaves for 40-45 minutes until golden brown and hollow-sounding when tapped.
Rotate the pans halfway through baking for even browning.
Remove the loaves from the pans and cool on a wire rack for at least 30 minutes before slicing.
Cooling the bread allows the crumb to set, making slicing easier.