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Cinnamon Multigrain Bread

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Cinnamon Multigrain Bread is a deliciously fragrant and wholesome loaf that combines the comforting warmth of cinnamon with the hearty goodness of multigrains. This bread is perfect for breakfast, snacks, or as a sweet yet nutritious treat any time of the day.

Ingredients

  1. 1 cup warm water (110°F/45°C)
    2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
    2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast (1 packet)
    1 cup whole wheat flour
    1 cup bread flour
    1/2 cup rolled oats
    1/4 cup sunflower seeds
    1/4 cup flaxseeds
    1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
    1 teaspoon salt
    2 tablespoons olive oil

Instructions

Activate Yeast: In a large bowl, combine warm water, honey, and yeast. Let sit for 5-10 minutes until foamy.

  1. Mix Dry Ingredients: In another bowl, mix whole wheat flour, bread flour, oats, sunflower seeds, flaxseeds, ground cinnamon, and salt.
  2. Combine and Knead: Add dry ingredients and olive oil to the yeast mixture. Stir until a dough forms, then knead on a floured surface for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  3. First Rise: Place dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place until doubled in size, about 1 to 1.5 hours.
  4. Shape and Second Rise: Punch down dough, shape into a loaf, and place in a greased loaf pan. Cover and let rise for another 30-45 minutes.
  5. Bake: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake for 35-40 minutes until golden brown and hollow sounding when tapped.
  6. Cool and Serve: Remove from pan and cool on a wire rack before slicing.

Notes

  1. Mix in raisins or dried cranberries for extra sweetness.
  2. Add chopped walnuts or pecans for crunch.
  3. Add a pinch of nutmeg or allspice for deeper spice flavor.
  4. Sprinkle oats or seeds on top before baking for texture.
  5. Store bread in an airtight container or bread box at room temperature for up to 4 days.
  6. Slice and freeze bread in zip-top bags for up to 3 months.
  7. Toast slices or warm in the oven before serving.
  8. Use gluten-free flour blends and xanthan gum, adjusting liquids for gluten-free option.
  9. Glaze with honey or maple syrup for added sweetness.
  10. Dough can be adapted for cinnamon rolls by adding sugar and butter filling.

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