Description
A hearty, fiber-rich, naturally wholesome bread made with oats and chia seeds. It’s soft inside, slightly nutty, and perfect for sandwiches or toast. Great for gut health and steady energy.
⏱ Time
Prep: 15 minutes
Rest: 30 minutes
Bake: 40–45 minutes
Total: ~1 hour 30 minutes
🍞 Servings
1 loaf (10–12 slices)
🛒 Ingredients
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2 cups oat flour (or blend rolled oats into flour)
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3 tbsp chia seeds
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1 tsp baking powder
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½ tsp salt
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1 cup warm water
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2 tbsp olive oil
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1 tbsp honey or maple syrup (optional)
👩🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F). Line a loaf pan with parchment paper.
2️⃣ In a bowl, mix oat flour, chia seeds, baking powder, and salt.
3️⃣ Add warm water, olive oil, and honey. Stir until combined.
4️⃣ Let batter rest 20–30 minutes (chia thickens mixture).
5️⃣ Pour into loaf pan and smooth the top.
6️⃣ Bake 40–45 minutes until firm and golden.
7️⃣ Cool completely before slicing.
📝 Notes
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Bread firms up more as it cools.
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For softer texture, add 1 egg.
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For vegan version, keep recipe as is.
🌿 Health Benefits
✔ High fiber (chia + oats)
✔ Omega-3 fatty acids
✔ Supports digestion
✔ Helps control blood sugar
🔥 Is It Anti-Inflammatory?
Yes — mostly ✅
Why:
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Chia seeds → omega-3 (anti-inflammatory)
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Oats → beta-glucan fiber
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Olive oil → healthy fats
To boost benefits:
✔ Add turmeric
✔ Add flaxseed
✔ Avoid refined sugar
🧊 Storage
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Room temp: 2 days
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Fridge: 5 days
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Freezer: 2 months
Toast slices for best texture.
❓ Q & A
Q: Is it gluten-free?
Yes, if using certified gluten-free oats.
Q: Can I make it yeast-style fluffy?
Add 1 egg + ½ tsp baking soda for better rise.
Q: Can I use whole oats?
Blend into flour first for best texture.
Texture & Structure Science
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Oats contain no gluten, so the bread is naturally dense.
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Chia seeds absorb 10–12x their weight in water, acting like a natural binder (similar to eggs).
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Resting the batter is important — it allows chia to gel and thicken the dough.
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Adding 1 egg improves structure and softness.
📊 Approximate Nutrition (Per Slice – 12 slices)
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Calories: 120–140
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Fiber: 4–5g
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Protein: 4–6g
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Healthy fats: 5g
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Low glycemic index
👉 Great for steady energy and blood sugar balance.
💪 Make It Higher Protein
✔ Add 1 scoop unflavored protein powder
✔ Add 2 tbsp Greek yogurt
✔ Add 2 eggs instead of 1
✔ Mix in hemp seeds
This makes it more filling and gym-friendly.
🌿 Make It More Anti-Inflammatory
Already good, but you can boost it:
✔ Add 1 tsp turmeric + pinch black pepper
✔ Add ground flaxseed
✔ Use extra virgin olive oil
✔ Reduce or skip sweetener
✔ Add walnuts
Chia + flax = strong omega-3 support.
🍞 Flavor Variations
Savory Version
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Add garlic powder
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Add rosemary
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Add black pepper
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Add sun-dried tomatoes
Sweet Version
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Add cinnamon
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Add raisins
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Add chopped dates
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Add vanilla extract
⚠️ Common Mistakes
❌ Not resting batter → crumbly bread
❌ Cutting while hot → falls apart
❌ Too much water → gummy center
❌ Not lining pan → sticks badly
🧊 Storage Tips
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Best sliced after fully cooled
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Toast before serving for better texture
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Freeze slices individually for quick breakfast
🍽 Best Ways to Eat It
🥑 Avocado toast
🍳 Egg sandwich
🥜 Peanut butter & banana
🥣 With soup
🧀 Grilled cheese style
🔢 Estimated Points (Per Slice)
✅ With Honey
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Blue / Freestyle: 4 points
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Green: 5 points
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Purple: 3–4 points
✅ Without Honey
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Blue: 3–4 points
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Green: 4 points
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Purple: 3 points
📌 Why Points Vary
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Oats count as points (except partially lower on Purple).
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Olive oil adds most of the points.
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Chia seeds add small points but are healthy fats.
💡 Lower the Points
✔ Reduce olive oil to 1 tbsp
✔ Skip honey
✔ Slice into 14 pieces instead of 12
That can bring it down to 2–3 points per slice.