Name: Flour-Free Oat & Chia Bread
Ingredients: 2 cups rolled oats – The base of the bread, ground into a fine, flour-like consistency; ¼ cup chia seeds – Adds a satisfying bite and acts as a natural binder once hydrated; 1½ cups water – Hydrates the oats and chia seeds, creating the batter’s structure; 2 tablespoons olive oil – Adds moisture and richness to the finished texture; 1 tablespoon honey – Provides a subtle sweetness that balances the hearty oat flavor; 1 teaspoon baking powder – Provides the lift and fluffiness in place of traditional yeast; ½ teaspoon salt – Balances and enhances all the other flavors

Ingredients

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This recipe’s beauty lies in its simplicity. With just seven pantry staples, you can create a complete loaf of bread.

2 cups rolled oats – The base of the bread, ground into a fine, flour-like consistency
¼ cup chia seeds – Adds a satisfying bite and acts as a natural binder once hydrated
1½ cups water – Hydrates the oats and chia seeds, creating the batter’s structure
2 tablespoons olive oil – Adds moisture and richness to the finished texture
1 tablespoon honey – Provides a subtle sweetness that balances the hearty oat flavor
1 teaspoon baking powder – Provides the lift and fluffiness in place of traditional yeast
½ teaspoon salt – Balances and enhances all the other flavors

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Instructions

This recipe comes together in just a few simple steps, with most of the work happening in the blender.

Step 1: Grind the oats and chia seeds. Add the rolled oats and chia seeds to a blender and blend until they reach a fine, flour-like consistency. This step is essential, as it creates the foundation that gives the bread its tender crumb rather than a chunky, overly textured loaf.

Step 2: Add the remaining ingredients. Add the water, olive oil, honey, baking powder, and salt directly into the blender with the ground oat and chia mixture.

Step 3: Blend until smooth. Blend everything together until the batter is smooth and fully combined, scraping down the sides of the blender if needed to make sure no dry pockets remain.

Step 4: Let the batter rest. Allow the batter to rest for 10 to 15 minutes. During this time, the chia seeds will absorb the liquid and begin to thicken the mixture, giving the batter the right consistency for baking.

Step 5: Transfer to a loaf pan. Pour the rested batter into a lined loaf pan, using a spatula to smooth the surface evenly.

Step 6: Bake until golden and firm. Bake at 350°F for 35 to 45 minutes, or until the bread is firm to the touch and lightly golden on top. A toothpick inserted into the center should come out clean or with just a few moist crumbs.

Step 7: Cool completely. Let the bread cool completely in the pan or on a wire rack before slicing. This step is crucial, as the bread continues to set as it cools, and slicing too early can result in a gummy or overly soft texture.

Step 8: Slice and serve. Once fully cooled, slice the bread and serve with your favorite sweet or savory toppings.