Healthy Homemade Bread

“Start your day with this wholesome, hearty bread that’s packed with flavor and nutrients.”

This homemade bread is perfect for breakfast. With its soft texture and slightly nutty flavor, it’s great on its own, toasted, or paired with your favorite toppings like avocado, butter, or jam.

INGREDIENTS:

Dry Ingredients:

2 cups whole wheat flour (or a mix of whole wheat and all-purpose flour)

1/2 cup rolled oats

1 teaspoon salt

2 tablespoons brown sugar (or honey)

1/4 cup sunflower seeds, chia seeds, or flaxseeds (optional for extra nutrition)

Wet Ingredients:

1 cup warm water (110°F, not too hot to touch)

2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast (1 packet)

2 tablespoons olive oil (or melted butter)

1/4 cup plain yogurt (or milk for a lighter texture)

DIRECTIONS:

Step 1: Activate the Yeast

In a small bowl, mix the warm water, brown sugar (or honey), and yeast.

Let it sit for 5–10 minutes until it becomes frothy. This means the yeast is active.

Step 2: Mix the Dough

In a large mixing bowl, combine the whole wheat flour, rolled oats, salt, and any seeds or nuts you’re using.

Add the activated yeast mixture, olive oil, and yogurt to the dry ingredients.

Stir until the dough begins to come together.

Step 3: Knead the Dough

Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and knead for 8–10 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.

Tip: If the dough is too sticky, add a little more flour, one tablespoon at a time.

Step 4: First Rise

Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a clean kitchen towel or plastic wrap, and let it rise in a warm place for 1–1.5 hours, or until doubled in size.

Step 5: Shape and Second Rise

Once risen, punch down the dough and shape it into a loaf.

Place the loaf in a greased 9×5-inch loaf pan. Cover and let it rise for another 30–45 minutes until it’s puffed up …