Multi Grain Bread

This multi-grain bread machine recipe turns a handful of wholesome grains into a warm, fragrant loaf with almost zero effort. Whole wheat flour, quick-cooking oats, and seven grain cereal give it that satisfying nutty chew, while honey and a touch of sugar round out the flavor.

Everything goes straight into the bread machine pan. Set it to the white bread cycle with a light crust, and an hour later your kitchen smells like a bakery.

Powdered buttermilk adds a subtle tang and helps keep the crumb tender without needing fresh dairy on hand.

Kitchen Tips

• Add ingredients in the order your machine recommends. Most call for liquids first, then dry, then yeast on top.
• Use room-temperature water (around 110F) so the yeast activates properly.
• Check the dough after 5 minutes of kneading. If it looks too dry, add water a tablespoon at a time. Too sticky? Sprinkle in a little more bread flour.
• Slice with a serrated knife after cooling at least 15 minutes so the crumb doesn’t tear.

Variations

• Seeded loaf: Toss in 2 tablespoons each of sunflower seeds and flaxseed for extra crunch.
• Molasses swap: Replace the honey with blackstrap molasses for a darker, more robust flavor.