Oatmeal Soda Bread

This is a very easy recipe that has the added bonus of being lowfat! It bakes into a round loaf.

Step: 1

Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).

Step: 2

In a large bowl, mix together flour, 1/2 cup oats, salt, baking powder, and baking soda.

Step: 3

In another bowl, mix together sour cream, milk, honey, and sugar. Add to the flour mixture, and mix just until well blended. Stir in melted butter or margarine.

Step: 4

Turn dough onto a lightly sprayed baking sheet. Shape into a round, lightly mounded circle, about 8 inches diameter. Brush the top of the loaf with melted butter or margarine, and sprinkle with remaining 1 tablespoon oats. With a knife, score the top of the loaf into quarters.

Step: 5

Bake for about 40 minutes, or until browned. Cool completely before slicing.

Per Serving: 242 calories; protein 5.3g; carbohydrates 35.7g; fat 8.6g; cholesterol 22.8mg; sodium 395.3mg.

The quality of the flour could make a real difference to your bread. Different makers do vary. Extra-strong or Canadian flours, which are naturally higher in gluten, may give you a better rise than standard dough flours – especially if you’re make wholemeal dough , which not always getting bigger as well as white bread.

To made this in a dough , add all the ingredients to your breadmaker and follow the manufacturer’s instructions.

A dough’s first rising can be make in the fridge overnight . This slows down the time it takes to rise to double its size, giving it a deeper flavour. It’s also a great timesaver , as you can start it night before , then finish it off the next day.