Heart-Healthy Cream Bread
Indulge in the wholesome goodness of Heart-Healthy Cream Bread, a nutritious twist on the classic loaf that’s as satisfying as it is nourishing. Made with whole wheat flour, Greek yogurt, and almond milk, this bread is fortified with ground flaxseed and topped with rolled oats for an added boost of fiber and omega-3s. Sweetened naturally with honey and enriched with heart-friendly extra-virgin olive oil, this easy-to-make bread rises to fluffy perfection thanks to active dry yeast. Perfect for breakfast toast, hearty sandwiches, or as a standalone snack, this recipe proves that comfort food can also be good for you. With just 20 minutes of prep time, it’s the ideal choice for home bakers looking to create a healthy, homemade bread that’s packed with flavor and nutrients. Keywords: heart-healthy bread, whole wheat bread recipe, easy homemade bread, healthy baking.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 grams Whole wheat flour
- 200 grams Low-fat plain Greek yogurt
- 150 ml Almond milk (unsweetened)
- 2 tablespoons Extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Honey
- 7 grams Active dry yeast
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 2 tablespoons Ground flaxseed
- 2 tablespoons Rolled oats
Instructions
In a small bowl, combine 100 ml of almond milk with honey and heat gently until lukewarm. Add the active dry yeast, stir and let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until it becomes foamy.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the whole wheat flour and salt. Make a well in the center and add the yogurt, olive oil, the yeast mixture, and the remaining almond milk.
Mix the ingredients together using a wooden spoon or a dough whisk until the dough begins to form.
Transfer the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead by hand for about 10 minutes until the dough is smooth and elastic.
Shape the dough into a ball and place it in a lightly oiled bowl, turning the dough to coat it, then cover it with a clean cloth or plastic wrap. Let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until it doubles in size.
Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Line a loaf pan with parchment paper.
Punch down the risen dough to release the gas and transfer it back to the floured surface. Gently knead in the ground flaxseed.
Shape the dough into a loaf and place it in the prepared loaf pan. Cover it with the cloth again and let it rise for another 20-30 minutes until it fills out the pan.
Brush the top lightly with almond milk and sprinkle rolled oats over the top as garnish.
Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes or until the bread is golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped on the bottom.
Remove from the oven and let cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer the bread to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing and serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2022 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 46.7 g | 60% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.4 g | 42% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 20 mg | 7% | |
| Sodium | 2567 mg | 112% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 346.4 g | 126% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 55.6 g | 199% | |
| Total Sugars | 43.5 g | ||
| Protein | 81.1 g | 162% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.6 mcg | 8% | |
| Calcium | 697 mg | 54% | |
| Iron | 17.6 mg | 98% | |
| Potassium | 2321 mg | 49% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
