Description
Healthy Oatmeal Lemon Poppy Seed Bread is a moist, flavorful, and nutrient-packed bread combining zesty lemon, crunchy poppy seeds, and hearty oats. This wholesome baked good makes a perfect choice for breakfast, snack, or light dessert, balancing bright citrus flavors with a satisfying texture.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1 1/2 cups whole wheat flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 2 tablespoons poppy seeds
Wet Ingredients
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1/2 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cup milk or plant-based milk
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare Your Ingredients: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease or line a loaf pan with parchment paper. In a mixing bowl, combine the dry ingredients: oats, whole wheat flour, baking powder, baking soda, and poppy seeds.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, honey or maple syrup, Greek yogurt, milk, lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract until smooth. This mixture brings moisture and bright flavor to your bread.
- Combine Wet and Dry: Slowly add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients, folding gently until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep your bread tender and fluffy.
- Bake the Bread: Pour the batter into your prepared loaf pan and smooth the top. Bake for about 45-55 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool and Serve: Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely. Enjoy fresh or store for later!
Notes
- Measure accurately: Use a kitchen scale or measure ingredients precisely for consistent results.
- Don’t overmix: Combining ingredients gently prevents dense, tough bread.
- Fresh lemon zest: Grate lemons just before mixing to preserve vibrant citrus oils.
- Check doneness early: Ovens vary, so start checking your bread around the 45-minute mark.
- Room temperature eggs: Using eggs at room temp helps achieve better batter consistency and rise.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 130mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 40mg