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Finnish Oatmeal Bread

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60 min

Finnish Oatmeal Bread

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Time

60 min

Serving

4 persons

Calories

0

Rating

4.00★ (2)

Author: Monica Feluchi

This Finnish oatmeal bread is easy to cook, but it is very delicious and consists of healthy ingredients only. The whole process of cooking will not take it longer than one hour, so hurry up to find out the secrets of baking the bread!

Ingredients

  • yeast: 25 g (fresh)
  • whole-wheat flour: 400 g
  • salt: 1 tsp
  • oat-flakes: 160 g
  • water: 500 ml (warm)

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Stages of cooking

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  1. Take the required amount of ingredients and a deep bowl. Mix oat flakes, salt and yeast in the bowl. Add warm water.

     

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  2. Mix the ingredients in the bowl and leave for 20 minutes. You can also cover the bowl with the lead to prevent the water from quick cooling.

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  3. As soon as 20 minutes are over, you will see small bubbles, which means that it is high time to add flour. Eventually, you will get dense and sticky dough, but you don’t have to touch it.

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  4. Just take a baking form and put the dough inside it. If you use silicon baking form, it is enough to sprinkle it with water, but if you use any other baking form, do not forget to oil it. Bake at 225 C (437 F) for 25-30 minutes.

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  5. Leave the bread to cool down, having covered it with a towel. Then cut the bread and treat your guests and family members!

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History of the Finnish Oatmeal Bread

Oatmeal is a staple ingredient in Finnish cuisine, and it has been used to make various baked goods for centuries. Finnish oatmeal bread, also known as Kauraleipä, is a traditional Finnish bread made from oat flakes, whole-wheat flour, yeast, salt, and water. This bread is very popular in Finland and is also gaining popularity in other countries.

Tips and Tricks for Finnish Oatmeal Bread Recipe

  • Use fresh yeast for the recipe, as it will give the bread a better flavor.
  • Warm water is necessary for activating the yeast, but make sure it is not too hot; otherwise, it may kill the yeast.
  • Do not add all the flour at once; add it gradually to the mixture until the dough comes together.
  • The dough will be very sticky, which is okay. Do not add any extra flour to it.
  • Use a baking form to give the bread shape; it will make it easier to cut and serve afterward.
  • Bake the bread at a high temperature for a short time to ensure that it rises and is cooked thoroughly.

Tips for presenting the dish

Once the bread has cooled down, slice it into pieces and serve it with butter, cheese, or a spread of your choice. This bread goes well with any savory or sweet topping, so feel free to experiment. You can also sprinkle some oat flakes on top of the bread before baking to give it a more rustic look. Serve the bread on a wooden board or a platter, and enjoy it with your loved ones.

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