This amazing Multigrain Bread is soft and hearty, packed with whole grains, seeds, and a touch of honey for the perfect balance of wholesome flavor and texture.
I've been making Multigrain Bread on repeat!
I've been making Multigrain Bread on repeat!Whether I’m making toast in the morning, sandwiches for lunch, or just enjoying a warm slice straight from the oven, no one can resist this easy multigrain bread recipe. It bakes up beautifully every time with the perfect soft texture and hearty flavor, thanks to the blend of whole grains, oats, and a hint of honey. Best of all, it’s a healthier bread recipe that my kids adore, and I can feel good feeding it to them.
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How to make Multigrain Bread:
Make Bread Dough and Rise: In a large mixing bowl or stand mixer add 2 cups bread flour, ½ cup whole wheat flour, cereal grains, salt, and yeast. In a separate bowl, mix water and honey. Add to dry ingredients, along with milk and melted butter (or oil). Mix well to combine. Add extra flour as needed until it forms a very soft dough that isn’t overly sticky (you may not use all the flour!). Knead for a few minutes, until the dough is very smooth and elastic. Place dough in a greased bowl and cover with plastic wrap. Allow to rise for 1 hour.
Second Rise: Punch down dough and shape into a log. Place in a 8 ½ x 4 ½ x 2 ½ loaf pan, cover with a light kitchen towel and allow to rise again for 1 hour or until about 1-inch above the pan.
Optional: Gently brush a beaten egg white on top and sprinkle with 2-3 Tablespoons (total) seeds/oats on top.
Bake at 350°F for about 35-40 minutes, or until internal temperature reads 190°F. (Tent lightly with aluminum foil if it’s getting too browned on top). Remove homemade multigrain bread to a wire rack to cool before slicing.
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Recipe
Multigrain Bread
Equipment
- Stand Mixer , optional
Ingredients
- 2 cups bread flour
- ½ to 1 cup whole wheat flour
- 1/2 cup cereal grains blend* , or quick-cook oats
- 1 ½ teaspoons kosher salt
- 2 teaspoons instant yeast
- 2 ½ Tablespoons honey
- ½ cup warm water
- ¾ cup milk , warmed
- 3 Tablespoons melted butter , olive oil or avocado oil
- Optional: 2 Tablespoons seeds of choice (i.e. pumpkin/flax/chia/sesame/poppy/sunflower)
Optional Oat/Seed Topping:
- 1 egg white , beaten
- 1 Tablespoon seeds of choice (pumpkin, flax, chia, sesame, poppyseeds, sunflower)
- 1 Tablespoon quick oats
Instructions
- Dough: To a large mixing bowl or stand mixer add 2 cups bread flour, ½ cup of the whole wheat flour, cereal grains, salt, and yeast.2 cups bread flour, ½ to 1 cup whole wheat flour, ½ cup cereal grains blend*, 1 ½ teaspoons kosher salt, 2 teaspoons instant yeast
- In a separate bowl, mix water and honey. Add to dry ingredients, along with milk and melted butter (or oil). Mix well to combine.2 ½ Tablespoons honey, ½ cup warm water, ¾ cup milk, 3 Tablespoons melted butter
- Add extra flour as needed until it forms a very soft dough that isn’t overly sticky (you may not use all the flour!). Add extra seeds of choice, if using. Knead for a few minutes, until the dough us very smooth and elastic.Optional: 2 Tablespoons seeds of choice (i.e. pumpkin/flax/chia/sesame/poppy/sunflower)
- First rise: Place dough in a greased bowl and cover with plastic wrap. Allow to rise for 1 hour.
- Second rise: Punch down dough and shape into a log. Place in a 8 ½ x 4 ½ x 2 ½ loaf pan, cover with a light kitchen towel and allow to rise again for 1 hour or until about 1-inch above the pan.
- Optional: Gently brush a beaten egg white on top and sprinkle with 2-3 Tablespoons (total) seeds/oats on top.1 egg white, 1 Tablespoon seeds of choice (pumpkin, flax, chia, sesame, poppyseeds, sunflower), 1 Tablespoon quick oats
- Bake at 350F for about 35-40 minutes, or until internal temp of 190F. (Tent lightly with aluminum foil if it’s getting too browned on top). Remove to a wire rack to cool before slicing.
Notes
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Your title is so inviting! I love the sound of a homemade multigrain bread that’s both soft and hearty, packed with flavor from grains and seeds. Knowing it’s easier than I’d think and foolproof for beginners makes me excited to try it. Perfect for everyday toast!
This sounds fantastic! I love that you highlight how easy this multigrain bread is to make, even for beginners, because homemade bread often feels intimidating. Knowing it’s soft, hearty, and great for anything from toast to sandwiches makes it even more appealing. Can’t wait to try it!
This sounds fantastic! I love that you call it a healthier homemade loaf. The idea that it’s easier to make than you’d think, even for beginners, is really encouraging. Plus, soft, hearty, and packed with flavor? Sign me up for toast and sandwiches!
This title immediately grabbed me! I love the idea of a healthier homemade loaf that’s also a go-to. Knowing it’s soft, hearty, and packed with flavor, plus easier to make than I’d think, makes me really want to try this recipe. The promise of foolproof tips for beginners is super encouraging!
This sounds amazing! I love that you highlighted how soft and hearty this multigrain bread is, and that it’s packed with flavor from whole grains and seeds. The idea that it’s easier to make than I’d think, even for beginners, really makes me want to try this healthier homemade loaf!
This sounds absolutely delicious! I love the idea of a homemade multigrain bread that’s soft and hearty. What really caught my eye is that it’s described as easier to make than you’d think, even for beginners. I’m definitely intrigued to try making my own healthy loaf now!
Multigrain Bread Is the Healthier Homemade Loaf I Keep Coming Back To
This looks awesome! Is there a cereal grains option you prefer? I’ve never used it but would like to!
So glad you’re excited to try it! For cereal grains, Lauren loves the King Arthur Harvest Grains Blend or Bob’s Red Mill 7-grain or 10-grain hot cereal mixes. They add awesome texture and flavor without being overpowering.
Hi. Can i use AP flour? I cant find bread flour in my country.
Yes, all-purpose flour will work just fine! The texture might be slightly less chewy than with bread flour, but it’ll still turn out soft, flavorful, and totally delicious. Just be sure to knead it well to help build that structure.