Ingredients
2 packages (1/4 ounce each) active dry yeast3/4 cup warm water (110° to 115°)1 cup old-fashioned oats1 cup warm buttermilk (110° to 115°)1/2 cup maple syrup1/2 cup honey2 eggs, lightly beaten1/3 cup butter, softened1/3 cup toasted wheat germ1 teaspoon salt1-1/2 cups whole wheat flour3 to 4 cups all-purpose flourTOPPING:1 egg white1 tablespoon water1/4 cup old-fashioned oats
Preparation
In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. Add the oats, buttermilk, syrup, honey, eggs, butter, wheat germ, salt and whole wheat flour. Beat on medium speed for 3 minutes. Stir in enough all-purpose flour to form a firm dough.
Turn onto a floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, about 6-8 minutes. Place in a bowl coated with cooking spray, turning once to coat top. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 hour.
Punch the dough down. Shape into two loaves; place each in a 9x5-in. loaf pan coated with cooking spray. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 45 minutes.
Beat egg white and water; brush over loaves. Sprinkle with oats. Bake at 375° for 30-35 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from pans to wire racks to cool.
