Nutty Oatmeal & Berry Breakfast Bread
Introduction
This Nutty Oatmeal & Berry Breakfast Bread is soft yet hearty, packed with oats, crunchy nuts, and juicy berries. Naturally filling and nutritious, it’s lightly sweetened and ideal for busy mornings, lunchboxes, or a cozy tea-time snack. Enjoy it plain, toasted, or with yogurt.
Time & Yield
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Bake Time: 40–45 minutes
Total Time: ~1 hour
Yield: 1 loaf (8–10 slices)
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
1½ cups rolled oats
1 cup all-purpose flour or whole wheat flour
1 tsp baking powder
½ tsp baking soda
½ tsp cinnamon
Pinch of salt
Wet Ingredients
2 ripe bananas, mashed (or ½ cup applesauce)
⅓ cup honey or maple syrup
⅓ cup milk or yogurt
2 tbsp oil or melted butter
1 tsp vanilla extract
Add-Ins
½ cup mixed berries (blueberries, strawberries, or raspberries – fresh or frozen)
½ cup chopped nuts (walnuts, almonds, or pecans)
2 tbsp seeds (optional: flax, chia, or sunflower)
Instructions
Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease or line a loaf pan.
In a bowl, mix oats, flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
In another bowl, whisk mashed bananas, honey, milk, oil, and vanilla.
Combine wet and dry ingredients gently. Do not overmix.
Fold in berries, nuts, and seeds.
Pour batter into loaf pan and smooth the top.
Bake for 40–45 minutes, until a toothpick comes out clean.
Cool for 15 minutes before slicing.
Serving Ideas
Toast and spread with peanut butter
Serve with Greek yogurt & honey
Enjoy with tea or coffee
Add fresh fruit on the side
Storage
Room temperature: 2 days (wrapped)
Refrigerator: up to 5 days
Freezer: up to 2 months (slice first)
Tips & Variations
Make it vegan: use plant milk & maple syrup
Add protein powder (2 tbsp) for extra protein
Use chocolate chips instead of berries
Sprinkle oats and nuts on top before baking
Final Thoughts
Nutty Oatmeal & Berry Breakfast Bread is wholesome, comforting, and packed with goodness. It’s an easy bake that makes mornings healthier and more satisfying.