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    Hearty Homemade Mixed Grain Bread – Healthy, Wholesome & Easy to Bake

    Published: Jul 3, 2025 by Anum Ahsan · This post may contain affiliate links · Leave a Comment

    Mixed Grain Bread

    The following recipe is a mixed grain bread that has an interesting texture and a wonderful taste. It is one of the breads I eat without anything on it.

    Ingredients For Mixed Grain Bread

    • ⅓ cup non-fat dry milk
    • 1½ cups regular oatmeal (uncooked)
    • ⅓ cup Wheatena (uncooked)
    • 2 tsp. salt
    • 2½ cups boiling water
    • 2 Tbsp. melted margarine or butter,
    • ½ cup molasses
    • ¼ cup honey
    • 2 pkg (¼ oz. each) dry granulated yeast
    • ½ teaspoon granulated sugar
    • 1 cup warm water
    • 4 cups bread flour
    • 2½ cups whole wheat flour

    Preparations For Mixed Grain Bread:

    1. Combine oats, Wheatena, and salt in a bowl, then mix in the boiling water. Set this mixture aside to thicken for about ten minutes. When the cereal has absorbed the water and become thick, add the butter or margarine, molasses, and honey. Set this aside to cool to about 115 degrees F.
    Wheatena, and salt mixed with boiling water, then thickened, with butter or margarine, molasses, and honey added, and the mixture cooling

    2. When the cereal mixture has cooled, combine the granulated yeast, sugar and warm water. Mix and set aside to proof.

    granulated yeast, sugar, and warm water mixed and proofing in a bowl:

    3. In a separate bowl, combine 3 cups of the biblical bread grain mix flour with the 2 ½ cups of whole wheat flour and non-fat dry milk.

    Looking for a healthier alternative with more fiber? Try our Whole Wheat Bread recipe for a wholesome, nutty flavor.

    bread flour, whole wheat flour, and non-fat dry milk combined in a bowl

    4. After the yeast has proofed, combine it with the cooled cereal in a bowl large enough to mix in the flour.

    proofed yeast mixture step4combined with the cooled cereal mixture in a large bowl.png

    5. Mix the blended flour into the yeast cereal mixture, one cup at a time, until completely incorporated. Continue to add part of the remaining 1 cup of grain mix for bread flour, a little at a time, until the dough becomes firm. Use the remaining flour during kneading.

    mixing the blended flour into the yeast and cereal mixture until the dough becomes firm.png

    6. Knead the dough until it’s smooth, elastic, and not sticky.

    Knead the dough until it’s smooth and elastic and not sticky

    7. Transfer the dough to a well oiled bowl, cover and allow it to rise until it doubles in bulk. When the first rising is complete, punch down the dough, remove it from the bowl and knead it for another five minutes.

    depicting the dough rising, being punched down, and then kneaded again.

    8. Divide the dough into two equal-sized balls and allow them to rest for 5 minutes.

    Divide the dough into two equal size balls and allow them to rest for 5 minutes

    9. Shape the dough into two loaves and place each into well oiled 9”x5”x3” loaf pans. Cover the pans with a clean cloth and allow them to rise until they double in bulk.

    dough shaped into loaves, placed in well-oiled 9"x5"x3" loaf pans, covered with a clean cloth, and rising until doubled in bulk

    10. Bake them in a 350 degree oven for about 1 hour or until the whole grain bread mix sounds hollow when tapped with your knuckles.

    Bake them in a 350 degree oven for about 1 hour or until the bread sounds hollow when tapped with your knuckles

    Prefer a softer and more traditional option? Don’t miss our Classic White Bread recipe – light, fluffy, and perfect for sandwiches.

    Enjoy the Warmth of Homemade Goodness

    There’s something deeply satisfying about baking your own bread especially when it’s this hearty, flavorful, and nourishing. This mixed grain bread delivers a rich, earthy taste and a tender crumb that’s perfect on its own or paired with your favorite spread. Whether you're baking for your family or just love homemade comfort, this loaf is sure to become a go-to in your kitchen. Enjoy every slice warm from the oven or toasted the next morning it’s wholesome, simple, and made with love.

    For more feel-good recipes like this, visit us at FoodVlove and explore the joy of everyday cooking.

    FAQs

    Is mixed grain bread good for you?

    Yes, it’s a healthy option rich in fiber, vitamins, and minerals that support digestion and help keep you full.

    Is mixed grain bread healthy?

    es, mixed grain bread is healthier than white bread due to its whole grains, which offer more nutrients and a lower glycemic index.

    Is mixed grain bread healthier than white bread?

    Yes, mixed grain (multigrain) bread can be much healthier than white bread but only if it's made from whole grains.

    What is mixed grain bread made of?

    It typically includes a blend of whole grains like oats, wheat, barley, and seeds.

    Can I eat mixed grain bread daily?

    Yes, in moderation. It’s a healthy choice for everyday meals, especially when homemade.

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