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Honey Oat Sourdough Bread

A rustic sourdough loaf made with oats and honey for a soft, hearty texture and gentle sweetness.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Bread, Breakfast
Cuisine: American, Rustic
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dough
  • 100 g active sourdough starter
  • 350 g warm water
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • 450 g bread flour
  • 50 g rolled oats plus extra for topping
  • 10 g salt

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Dutch oven
  • Bench scraper
  • Wire rack

Method
 

  1. Mix water and honey, then add starter, flour, and oats. Rest 30 minutes.
  2. Add salt and stretch-and-fold to develop gluten.
  3. Let dough rise 4–6 hours with periodic folds.
  4. Shape dough and coat top with oats.
  5. Proof overnight in the fridge or 2–3 hours at room temp.
  6. Bake at 450°F (230°C) in Dutch oven, covered 25 min, uncovered 20 min.
  7. Cool on rack before slicing.

Notes

A soft, slightly sweet sourdough loaf topped with oats for texture and charm.