OAT AND WALNUT BUTTERMILK BRAID

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Categories     Bread     Dairy     Nut     Bake     Walnut     Oat     Winter     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes 1 Loaf

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/2 cup warm water (105°F. to 115°F.)
1/4 cup honey
1 envelope dry yeast
2 cups buttermilk
4 1/3 cups (about) bread flour
2 cups old-fashioned oats
1 cup whole wheat flour
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 teaspoons salt
1 cup chopped walnuts
1 egg
2 tablespoons milk
Additional old-fashioned oats

Steps:

  • Stir warm water and honey in large bowl to blend. Sprinkle yeast over. Let stand until foamy, about 8 minutes. Heat buttermilk in small saucepan to lukewarm (about 100°F.). Stir into yeast mixture. Add 2 cups bread flour, 2 cups oats, wheat flour, oil and salt and stir until smooth. Gradually mix in enough remaining bread flour to form dough. Cover and let dough rest 15 minutes.
  • Turn out dough onto floured surface. Knead until smooth and elastic, Adding more bread flour if sticky, about 10 minutes. Knead in nuts. Oil large bowl. Add dough; turn to coat. Cover bowl with clean towel; let rise in warm area until doubled, about 50 minutes.
  • Oil large baking sheet. Punch down dough. Turn out onto oiled surface; knead briefly. Divide dough into 3 pieces. Roll each piece into 16-inch-long rope. Braid ropes together; tuck ends under and pinch to seal. Transfer to prepared sheet. Cover with clean towel. Let rise in warm area until almost doubled, about 45 minutes.
  • Preheat oven to 375°F. Whisk egg and milk in bowl. Brush loaf generously with some of egg mixture. Sprinkle with additional oats. Bake until golden and tester inserted into center comes out clean, about 50 minutes. Transfer to rack; cool. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Wrap tightly; store at room temperature.)

Junaid hasan
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This looks delicious!


Kirk Wilson
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I can't wait to try this recipe.


Lilian Kavuna
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This bread is amazing!


Drake Huntley
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I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who loves oats and walnuts.


Linda Larson
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This bread is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth the effort. It's so delicious and unique.


Soal Khan
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I've made this bread several times, and it always turns out perfect. It's my go-to recipe for a special occasion breakfast.


Ibrahim Ladla
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I made this bread for my family, and they all loved it. It's a great recipe for a quick and easy breakfast or snack.


Top Comedy is
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This bread was easy to make, but it didn't rise as much as I expected. It was still tasty, though.


malik abduljabbar
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I'm not a big fan of buttermilk, but I loved this bread. The oats and walnuts added a nice texture and flavor.


Colton Walker
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I followed the recipe exactly, and my bread turned out perfectly. It was so delicious, I couldn't stop eating it!


Eaysin Jimu
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This bread was a bit dry for my taste, but I think it would be great with some butter or jam.


Md sazzad Hossen
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I love the combination of oats, walnuts, and buttermilk in this bread. It's hearty and flavorful, with a slightly sweet finish.


Gail Lane
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This oat and walnut buttermilk braid was a hit at my brunch party! It was easy to make and looked stunning on the table.