Maple Oat Bread is a hearty homemade loaf made with oats and sweetened naturally with maple syrup. It's soft, slightly chewy, and has a comforting flavor that makes it perfect for breakfast or sandwiches.
I started making this bread as a way to bring a little New England flavor to my kitchen. The combination of oats and maple reminds me of simple mornings growing up, when a warm slice of homemade bread made everything feel right.
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Why You'll Love This Recipe
Naturally sweetened: the maple syrup gives the bread a gentle sweetness without refined sugar.
Soft and hearty: rolled oats make the loaf tender and wholesome, perfect for toast or sandwiches.
Everyday favorite: it's easy to make, uses basic pantry ingredients, and fits right into any weekly baking routine.
Key Ingredients for Homemade Oatmeal Bread
See the recipe card below for a full list of ingredients and instructions.
- Rolled oats: add texture and heartiness while helping the loaf stay. moist.
- Maple syrup: natural sweetness that enhances flavor and gives a golden crust.
- Active dry yeast: helps the bread rise beautifully for a soft, airy crumb.
- All-purpose flour: provides structure while keeping the loaf light.
- Oil: adds moisture and a soft texture to the finished bread.
Ingredient Substitutions
- Honey: swap maple syrup for honey for a slightly floral sweetness.
- Whole wheat flour: replace up to half the all-purpose flour for a denser, nuttier loaf.
- Coconut oil: use instead of vegetable oil for a hint of coconut flavor.
Variations on Maple Oat Bread
- Cinnamon Raisin Maple Bread: stir in a teaspoon of cinnamon and a handful of raisins before shaping.
- Walnut Maple Loaf: add chopped walnuts for a nutty twist and extra crunch.
- Mapple Oat Dinner Rolls: shape the dough into rolls instead of loaves and bake for 20 minutes.
Tips for the Best Homemade Bread
- Cool the oats completely before adding yeast to prevent killing it.
- Knead until smooth. The dough should be soft but not sticky.
- Brush with melted butter or Salted Maple Butter right after baking for a shiny, flavorful crust.
How to Store
Store cooled Maple Oat Bread in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months.
Serve With...
Enjoy this Maple Oat Bread with a spread of Whipped Cinnamon Honey Butter, Caramel Apple Butter, or Strawberry Rhubarb Compote.
More Homemade Bread Recipes You'll Love
If you love this recipe, try my Easy English Muffin Bread, Cheesy Pull Apart Bread, Onion Bread, and Easy Dinner Rolls.
When you make this recipe, please comment below and let me know what you think. I'd love it if you tag me on Instagram @grumpyshoneybunch or #grumpyshoneybunch so I can see your photos!
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📖 Recipe
Maple Oat Bread
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Ingredients
- 2½ cups boiling water
- 1 cup
rolled oats
- 1 package instant dry yeast
- ¾ cup maple syrup
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 1 tablespoon oil
- 5 cups all-purpose flour
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the boiling water and whole oats. Set aside for 1 hour.
- Add the maple syrup, yeast, and oil to the cooled oatmeal mixture and stir to combine. Add 3 cups of flour and salt. Stir to combine. The mixture will be a loose dough.
- Stir in remaining 2 cups of the flour until the dough takes shape.Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes until the dough becomes smooth and elastic, adding more flour as needed to prevent sticky dough.
- Place dough in a lightly oiled bowl and cover it with a damp cloth or plastic wrap, and let dough rise in a warm place for 1 hour.
- Punch dough to release any air bubbles. Divide dough in half and shape it into 2 separate loaves. Place the shaped dough in a loaf pan lightly coated with cooking spray.
- Cover the pan with a cotton kitchen towel and let dough rise again for 1 hour (this is the second rise).
- Preheat oven to Bake the bread in the preheated oven for 40 minutes or until the top turns golden brown.
- Remove the bread from the oven and allow it to cool on a wire rack before slicing and serving.
Maria says
Your bread looks and sounds amazing!! I love fresh homemade bread, there's just nothing like it!
Angela says
What temperature do you bale bread. It does not say in recipe
Shelby Law Ruttan says
Thanks for letting me know - I will update the card asap - it bakes at 350 degrees. I hope you enjoy the recipe! Shelby
Pegasuslegend says
Hi Shelby I stopped by to say Happy Mothers Day off to New York... this bread sounds so good had to come see if yep I was right! Have a great weekend!
Susie Bee on Maui says
What a great looking loaf-nice pick!
Susie says
Beautiful loaf...looks like it would make good toast!
Nupur says
Ohh..I love your writing style 😀
The bread look so perfect and a nice alternative to old Wheat breads
Shelby says
Thank you Nupur!
Coleens Recipes says
Sounds perfect for breakfast!!!
Shelby says
Great as toast Colleen! Just a little butter and nothing else needed 🙂
honeyb says
Mmm, sounds and looks delish! Love that it is whole grain. Way to get 'er done. This is me--I bake weeks ahead and then don't get the post written until late the night before it's due. sigh
Shelby says
Thank you Katrina 🙂 I also have several posts I need to just finish writing and set them up to publish. lol
Micha @ Cookin' Mimi says
I've tried another recipe for maple oatmeal bread but it didn't use whole wheat flour. I'm definitely going to try this one.
Shelby says
Micha, I went with white whole wheat - I'm trying to gradually get Grumpy used to it so I can eventually switch over to regular whole wheat. 🙂 Hope you will enjoy!
Patsyk says
I'm very tempted to try this bread this weekend! I would prefer to have a homemade bread for sandwiches and toast in the coming week. Looks perfect for that!
Shelby says
Patsy, its perfect for sandwiches and toast in my opinion. The slight sweetness of the maple really makes it addicting!
Sarah says
i love oatmeal bread....i'll definitely give it a try!
Shelby says
Thank you Sarah!
The Slow Roasted Italian says
Loving this bread. Pinned it to make later. We really enjoy homemade bread.
Shelby says
Thank you!
Chaya says
This bread sounds delicious and I agree with you about Margaret's blog. She has put a lot into it, over the years.
This whole oats on top give it such an attractive look and the bread itself represents freshness.
I made two of your recipes, one from Bizzy Bakes and the other from My Sweet and Savory. I have to put your name on the one that is not from SRC. I did not want to give it away early and I had to post it, yesterday so if you want, check them both out. It is always a pleasure to cook from your blog.
Shelby says
Chaya, thank you! I did see both of your posts...glad you enjoyed them!
BluebonnetBaker says
I love the look of this bread. I'm jealous of Grumpy's lunches this week!
Shelby says
Thank you!
Isabelle @ Crumb says
Funny how reveal day has a habit of sneaking up on us, eh? I kind of proscratinated this month too, so it makes me feel better to know I wasn't the only one. 🙂
This bread looks wonderful, BTW. I often make a whole wheat bread with honey and oats, and this maple version sounds like it would be a wonderful change from my usual. Need to remember this recipe for the next time I'm in a bread-making mood!
Shelby says
Hi Isabelle! 🙂 I don't know why I've never thought of maple in a bread in place of honey myself - especially since maple syrup is a staple in our cupboard (refrigerator!)
Lesa @Edesias Notebook says
Oh yum! Looks delightful, Shelby!
Shelby says
Thank you Lesa!