Hearty and Healthy Five-Grain Bread

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 14
Hearty and Healthy Five-Grain Bread recipe for your daily meals
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Prep

30 min

Cook

1 hr

Ready In

4 hrs

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 1/2 cups bread flour
1 cup whole wheat flour
1/4 cup coarse cornmeal
1/4 cup old fashioned oats
1 tablespoon old fashioned oats
1/4 cup wheat germ ( or wheat bran )
1/4 cup cooked rice ( preferably brown )
1/4 cup brown sugar , packed
2 1/2 teaspoons fast-rising active dry yeast
2 teaspoons salt
2 tablespoons honey
1/2 cup buttermilk , warmed to 100 degrees F
3/4 cup mineral water , warmed to 100 degrees F ( add more as needed )
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 egg

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
12
Calories
228
Sugar
7g
Fat
3g
This hearty and healthy bread recipe is a perfect choice to ensure energy for your daily meals. You can savor this five-grain bread for breakfast, lunch or dinner. The recipe includes whole wheat flour, oats, brown rice, and wheat germ- providing a nutrient-rich bread option. This bread holds a moist and tender crumb which makes it perfect for sandwiches, and is also a great option for French Toasts. Try this recipe at home to enjoy it fresh straight out of the oven - the taste is worth the wait!

Instructions

1.In a large mixing bowl, combine bread flour, whole wheat flour, cornmeal, oats, wheat germ, brown sugar, yeast and salt.
2.In a separate small mixing bowl, whisk together honey, buttermilk, mineral water, vegetable oil and egg.
3.Add the wet ingredients into the large mixing bowl with the dry ingredients. Mix using a wooden spoon and knead with your hands for about 8-10 mins till the dough is soft and elastic.
4.Cover the bowl with a damp cloth and let it rise in a warm place for about 2 hours. Double the size means the dough is ready for baking.
5.Preheat the oven to 375°F and grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
6.Shape the dough into a rectangular shape and place it into the prepared pan. Let it rise again for about 30 minutes.
7.Bake the bread for about 45-60 minutes, until the crust is golden brown and the internal temperature is around 200°F.
8.Remove the bread from the oven and let it cool for 10 minutes before slicing.

PROS

This bread recipe incorporates healthy grains such as whole wheat flour, oats, and brown rice; making it a high-fiber and nutrient-dense food for maintaining a balanced diet.

This recipe is beginner friendly and yields a deliciously sweet, soft and tender bread with a wholesome flavor.

The bread can be served with soup, salads or toasted with cream cheese or jam for breakfast or snacks.

CONS

This recipe requires time and patience for the dough to rise and proof.
The overall time required for making this bread is close to 4 hours.

Using coarse cornmeal may give the bread a slightly gritty texture.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Whole grains such as whole wheat flour, and oats are rich in fiber, which is essential for good digestion, maintaining blood sugar levels and reducing the risk of heart disease. Brown rice is also rich in fiber and has various minerals such as calcium and potassium. These ingredients also provide a variety of vitamins such as Vitamin B and E.

Honey is a natural sweetener with anti-bacterial properties and is considered a great alternative to sugar, providing quick energy while also being rich in antioxidants.

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