Homemade Multigrain Bread
Enjoy this hearty, nutritious multigrain bread made with a blend of grains, seeds, and honey for a wholesome homemade treat.
Ingredients
Cereal and liquids
- 1 cup 10-grain hot cereal mix
- 2 cups boiling water
- 1/2 cup warm 2% or skim milk (110F)
- 2-1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 1/3 cup honey
- 1 large egg (lightly beaten)
- 2 teaspoons kosher salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted roasted sunflower seeds
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
- 1/2 cup whole wheat flour (spooned and leveled)
- 6 cups all-purpose flour (spooned and leveled)
- 1 large egg white (mixed with 1 tbsp water)
Oats for topping
Instructions
- Combine cereal mix and boiling water; let cool to 110F.
- Dissolve yeast in warm milk; let foam 5 min.
- Mix cereal-water, oil, honey, egg, then add dry ingredients; knead until smooth and elastic.
- Let dough rise in a greased bowl until doubled (~1-1.5 hrs).
- Shape dough, place in pans, let rise 30-45 min, then brush with egg white mixture and sprinkle oats.
- Bake at 375F for 20-25 min until golden; cool before slicing.
Notes
Ensure dough is kneaded until stretchy for best texture.