Quick & Healthy Oat Bread

🍞 Soft, hearty and ready in just 30 minutes — this flourless oat bread is your new go-to breakfast! 🌿✨ It’s made with simple ingredients you probably already have at home, and the result is a warm, protein-packed loaf that’s perfect for slicing, toasting, and sharing. 💛 This bread has no butter, no refined flour, and no fuss — just clean, nourishing fuel for your morning. 🍞

☕ A wholesome, quick-to-make bread that’s packed with flavour, fibre, and texture. If you’ve never tried bread made primarily from oats and seeds, prepare to be amazed. This recipe takes only 10 minutes of prep and bakes into a hearty loaf perfect for breakfast, lunch or snacks. The golden crust, nutty aroma, and soft crumb will win over even the pickiest eaters. Whether you’re trying to eat healthier, avoid refined flour, or simply bake something fast and delicious, this oat bread will be your new go-to. One slice and you’ll see — real food can be this easy 💛

🌿You don’t need fancy tools or hours of rising time — just a mixing bowl and your oven. It’s gluten-free if using certified oats, high in protein, and wonderfully customisable. Want more crunch? Add pumpkin seeds. Prefer it sweet? Stir in dried cranberries. The result is always nourishing, satisfying, and bakery-worthy.Crunchy seeds and walnuts add the perfect texture! Serve it with hummus, avocado, nut butter or simply enjoy on its own with a cup of tea ☕ Ideal for meal prep or a lazy weekend brunch. One bowl, no mixer, and so satisfying! Make it once, and it’ll become part of your weekly rotation.🍞

⭐ Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• High in fibre and protein to keep you full longer.
• Quick and fuss-free — ready in under 45 minutes.
• Perfect for toasting or serving with savoury spreads.
• No flour, no sugar — only wholesome ingredients.
• Customisable: add herbs, nuts or dried fruit.
• Naturally gluten-free (if certified oats are used).
• Stores well and makes great leftovers.

🧾 Nutrition Per Serving (makes 8 slices)

Calories: ~170 kcal
Protein: ~7 g
Carbs: ~18 g
Fats: ~8 g
Fibre: ~3 g

🍽️ Kitchen Tools and 🛠️ Equipment Needed 🔪

• 🥣 Mixing bowl
• 🥄 Spatula
• 🧈 Loaf pan or small baking dish
• 🧻 Baking paper/parchment
• 🔥 Oven
• 🥣 Measuring cups and spoons
  🔪 Serrated bread knife for slicing
  📏 Baking parchment (optional)

💡 How to Make It (Step-by-step)

Step 1: Preheat oven to 180°C (365°F) 🔥
💡 Line your baking dish with parchment paper for easy removal. Always start with a hot oven for even baking.

Step 2: 🥣 Mix dry ingredients. In a large bowl, combine oats, walnuts, sesame seeds, sunflower seeds, baking powder, salt and black pepper 🌻🌰🧂
💡 Crush the walnuts slightly with your hands for better texture. Use toasted seeds for extra depth of flavour.

Step 3: 🥛 Add wet ingredients
Crack in the eggs and add the yogurt.🥚🥣
💡 Use thick yogurt for the best consistency. Use Greek yogurt for a creamier texture.

Step 4: 🥄 Stir until combined
Mix well with a spatula until the batter comes together. Mix everything together until fully combined 🥄
💡 The mixture will be thick — that’s perfect! Don’t overmix — a few lumps are fine.

Step 5: 🧈 Prepare the pan. Line or grease a loaf pan and pour in the mixture. Transfer to the baking dish and smooth the top 🍞
💡 Sprinkle extra seeds on top for a golden crust.

Step 6: ⏱️Bake for 30–35 minutes until golden and set through 🍽️
💡 A toothpick should come out clean — the bread should feel firm. Check with a toothpick — it should come out clean.

Step 7: 🆒Let the loaf cool for 10–15 minutes in the pan. Let cool slightly, then slice into 8 pieces and serve warm or toasted 💛
💡Cooling helps it firm up and slice better.

Step 8:🔪 Slice into portions
Once slightly cooled, cut into 8 slices.
💡 Use a serrated knife for clean cuts.

Step 9: 🍽️ Serve
Enjoy warm, toasted, or as-is.
💡 Delicious with hummus, cream cheese, or avocado.

Step 10:❄️ Store leftovers
Store in an airtight container in the fridge.
💡 Freezes beautifully — just slice before freezing.

🥣 Ingredients:

• ✔️ 3 cups (280 g) rolled oats
• 🥚 2 eggs
• 🧂 A pinch of salt
• 🥄 1 tbsp baking powder
• 🍶 1 cup (250 g) yogurt (any type)
• 🌻 1 tbsp sunflower seeds
• ⚪ 1 tbsp sesame seeds
• 🌰 A handful of walnuts (roughly chopped)
• 🌶️ A pinch of black pepper (optional)

🧊 Storage & Freshness Tips

• 🧊 Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
• ❄️ Freeze in slices — perfect for quick breakfasts.
• 🥶 Toast straight from the freezer — no defrost needed.
• 📦 Let cool completely before storing to avoid sogginess.
• 🍞 Reheat slices in the oven for a fresh-baked feel.

📅 Nutritional Benefits

• Rich in plant-based protein and healthy fats from seeds and nuts
• Complex carbohydrates for lasting energy
• High fibre from oats supports digestion
• Contains no refined flour or sugar
• Yogurt provides probiotics and calcium

📅 Serving Suggestions

• Toast and top with mashed avocado and poached egg
• Serve with butter and jam for a quick snack
• Great with soups or stews as a hearty side
• Try it with cottage cheese and tomatoes
• Enjoy plain as a fibre-rich mid-day bite
• Pairs perfectly with savoury or sweet toppings!

✅ Use Greek yogurt for thicker consistency
✅ Add a pinch of cinnamon for warmth
✅ Toast your seeds before mixing for extra aroma
✅ For extra crunch, top with pumpkin or flax seeds
✅ Use silicone loaf mould for easier release

✅ Add shredded carrots or courgettes for a veggie twist
✅ Great as a base for open-faced sandwiches
✅ Sweeten with honey if desired
✅ Swap walnuts for pecans or hazelnuts
✅ Perfect for kids’ lunch boxes

✅ Ideal post-workout snack with protein
✅ Store in freezer for meal prep
✅ No yeast — no waiting!
✅ Control the salt to your preference
✅ Makes a great gift in a rustic wrap

✅ Slice thin for crispier toast
✅ Serve with garlic butter for savoury version
✅ Add herbs like rosemary or thyme
✅ Try oat flour instead of rolled oats for smoother texture
✅ Use dairy-free yogurt for a vegan option

🌻 When you bake your own bread, every slice tells a story of care and nourishment. This Quick & Healthy Oat Bread isn’t just a recipe — it’s a lifestyle shift toward simplicity, quality, and health. With every bite, you enjoy warmth, comfort, and that unbeatable homemade touch. Whether toasted with butter or topped with veggies, it fits every mood and moment. You’ll love how easy it is to make — and how often you’ll return to it. The texture is rustic, the flavour deeply satisfying. ☕

🍞 This oat bread is everything you want in a quick breakfast: nourishing, hearty and full of flavour. It’s a recipe that feels homemade and wholesome in every bite 🫶 Whether you’re pairing it with savoury spreads or a sweet drizzle of honey, it’s a keeper! There’s a kind of quiet joy in making something from scratch, and this loaf brings it to life. Let the nutty aroma fill your kitchen and your heart. 🧡