Here’s a teen-friendly, easy recipe for oatmeal flax bread—healthy, hearty, and great for breakfast or snacks! 🍞🌾
Ingredients (makes 1 loaf)
- 1 1/2 cups whole wheat flour
- 1/2 cup rolled oats
- 1/4 cup ground flaxseed
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1 cup milk (dairy or plant-based)
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil or melted butter
- Optional: 1 tsp cinnamon or 1/2 cup chopped nuts/seeds
Instructions
- Preheat oven: 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan.
- Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, combine flour, oats, flaxseed, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon if using.
- Mix wet ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together milk, honey (or maple syrup), and oil.
- Combine: Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Don’t overmix.
- Pour & bake: Pour batter into the loaf pan. Smooth the top. Bake 40–45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool: Let bread cool in the pan 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack. Slice and enjoy!
Tips & Variations
- Extra flavor: Add raisins, chopped nuts, or chocolate chips for a sweeter version.
- Storage: Keep in an airtight container for 3–4 days or freeze slices for longer.
- Gluten-free version: Substitute with gluten-free flour mix.
It’s basically a hearty, slightly sweet, fiber-packed bread that’s perfect for sandwiches, toast, or snacking straight from the loaf.
I can also give a quick 1-bowl microwave version if you want a fast teen-friendly oatmeal flax bread in under 20 minutes.
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