Nova Scotia Oatmeal Bread
Transport yourself to the heart of Canada's East Coast with Nova Scotia Oatmeal Bread, a wholesome and hearty recipe that's sure to delight your taste buds. Perfectly balanced with the earthy sweetness of molasses and brown sugar, this homemade bread features rolled oats softened in boiling water for a tender texture and rich depth of flavor. With a golden crust and pillowy interior, this comforting loaf is crafted through traditional bread-making techniques—mixing, kneading, and rising to perfection. Ideal for breakfast spreads or served alongside soups and stews, Nova Scotia Oatmeal Bread is a celebration of rustic simplicity and artisan craftsmanship. Whether you’re a seasoned baker or a bread-making beginner, this recipe is your gateway to an irresistible slice of cozy comfort.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 2 cups boiling water
- 0.5 cup brown sugar
- 0.25 cup molasses
- 0.25 cup butter, softened
- 1.5 teaspoons salt
- 2.25 teaspoons active dry yeast
- 0.25 cup warm water
- 5 cups all-purpose flour
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats and boiling water. Stir to mix, then let it sit for 10-15 minutes until the oats soften and the mixture cools slightly.
Once the mixture has cooled to lukewarm, stir in the brown sugar, molasses, butter, and salt until well combined.
In a small bowl, dissolve the active dry yeast in the warm water. Let it sit for 5 minutes, or until it becomes foamy.
Add the yeast mixture to the oats mixture and stir to combine.
Gradually stir in 4 cups of the all-purpose flour, one cup at a time, mixing well after each addition. Once the dough becomes too thick to stir, transfer it to a floured surface.
Knead the dough by hand, gradually adding the remaining 1 cup of flour as necessary to prevent sticking. Knead for about 8-10 minutes, or until the dough becomes smooth and elastic.
Place the dough in a large, lightly greased bowl. Cover with a clean kitchen towel or plastic wrap and let it rise in a warm, draft-free place for 1 to 1.5 hours, or until it doubles in size.
Punch down the dough to release air and divide it into two equal portions. Shape each portion into a loaf and place them in greased 9x5-inch loaf pans.
Cover the loaf pans with a kitchen towel and let the dough rise again for 30-45 minutes, or until it doubles in size.
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Bake the loaves in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown and the bread sounds hollow when tapped on the bottom.
Remove the loaves from the oven and let them cool in the pans for 5-10 minutes. Then, transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing and serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
309 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 5.1 g | 7% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.7 g | 14% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 11 mg | 4% | |
| Sodium | 278 mg | 12% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 59.2 g | 22% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.2 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 15.0 g | ||
| Protein | 6.6 g | 13% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 35 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 2.7 mg | 15% | |
| Potassium | 203 mg | 4% | |
*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.
