OAT NUT BREAD

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A bread machine makes the process of preparing homemade bread so much easier. Toasted nuts enhance the flavor of this lovely loaf. -Diane Morrill, Grand Forks, North Dakota

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 3h15m

Yield 1 loaf (1-1/2 pounds, 16 slices).

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

1-1/4 cups warm 2% milk (70° to 80°)
2 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon butter, melted, divided
1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 teaspoon salt
2-1/2 cups bread flour
1/2 cup whole wheat flour
1 teaspoon active dry yeast
1/2 cup old-fashioned oats
1/4 cup finely chopped walnuts, toasted
1/4 cup finely chopped hazelnuts, toasted

Steps:

In bread machine pan, place the milk, 2 tablespoons butter, vanilla, brown sugar, salt, flours and yeast in order suggested by manufacturer. Select basic bread setting. Choose crust color and loaf size if available., Bake according to bread machine directions (check dough after 5 minutes of mixing; add 1 to 2 tablespoons of water or flour if needed)., Just before the final kneading (your machine may audibly signal this), add oats and nuts. Brush baked loaf with remaining butter.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 141 calories, Fat 5g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 6mg cholesterol, Sodium 168mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 5g protein.