Alright, folks, let’s talk about this 100% oat flour bread I whipped up in my bread machine. I’ve been on a bit of a health kick lately, and I really wanted to try making bread that was both delicious and good for me. So, I started experimenting with oat flour, and let me tell you, it was a bit of a journey.
First off, I had to get my hands on some oat flour. Now, you can buy this stuff, but I decided to make my own by just tossing some rolled oats into my blender and giving them a good whirl. Once I had my flour, I sifted it to get rid of any big chunks. I learned the hard way that this step is pretty important; otherwise, you end up with a pretty dense loaf.
Next up was gathering all the other ingredients. Here’s what I used:
- Oat flour (obviously)
- Warm water
- A bit of honey (you can use sugar, but I like the taste of honey)
- Yeast
- Salt
- A dash of oil
Now, here’s where it gets interesting. I dumped all the ingredients into my bread machine, trying to remember to use the dough cycle and keep an eye on the liquid ratio. Oat flour is kind of thirsty, so it’s key to remember that it absorbs more liquid than regular wheat flour. That was another lesson I learned after a couple of failed attempts that came out like bricks.
The bread machine started doing its thing, mixing and kneading the dough. I have to say, it’s pretty satisfying watching it all come together. When the cycle was finally finished, I then choose the bake cycle. After a couple of hours the aroma that filled my kitchen was incredible.
The final product
Finally, the moment of truth arrived. I carefully removed the loaf from the bread machine and let it cool on a wire rack. It looked great, with a nice golden-brown crust. And the taste? Amazing! It was soft, slightly chewy, and had a wonderful nutty flavor. It was definitely a win. I’ve been enjoying it with all sorts of toppings, from avocado to homemade jam.
So, if you’re looking for a healthier bread option that’s still delicious, I highly recommend giving this 100% oat flour bread a try. It might take a little bit of experimenting to get it just right, but trust me, it’s worth it. Just make sure that you sift that oat flour and watch that water ratio.
