Oatmeal Bread with Walnuts and Sesame

Step 1: Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). This will ensure that your bread bakes evenly and gets a lovely golden crust.
Step 2: Prepare the Dry Ingredients
Measure the Oats: In a large mixing bowl, add 280 grams of oats (about 3 cups). These oats will serve as the base of the bread and provide a rich, hearty texture.
Add the Baking Powder and Salt: To the oats, mix in 2 teaspoons of baking powder and a pinch of salt. The baking powder helps the bread rise, giving it a nice fluffy texture.
Optional – Add Black Pepper: If you want a subtle spice kick, add a pinch of black pepper to the dry mix. This step is optional but adds a nice balance to the sweetness of the oats and walnuts.
Step 3: Mix the Wet Ingredients
Crack the Eggs: In a separate bowl, crack 2 eggs and beat them lightly with a fork until the yolks and whites are well combined. Eggs help to bind the ingredients and give the bread structure.
Incorporate the Yogurt: Add 250 grams (1 cup) of yogurt to the eggs and stir until smooth. The yogurt adds moisture and a slight tangy flavor to the bread, making it soft yet flavorful.
Step 4: Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients
Mix the Wet into the Dry: Pour the egg and yogurt mixture into the bowl with the oats, baking powder, and salt. Stir everything together with a spatula or wooden spoon until fully combined. The mixture should have a thick, batter-like consistency.
Fold in Walnuts and Sesame Seeds: Add a handful of roughly chopped walnuts and 1 tablespoon of sesame seeds to the mixture. Gently fold them in until they are evenly distributed throughout the batter. These add a lovely crunch and nutty flavor to the bread.
Step 5: Prepare the Bread Pan
Grease a Bread Pan: Lightly grease a loaf pan with butter or a non-stick cooking spray. This will ensure that the bread doesn’t stick and is easy to remove once baked.