Hearty Spelt/Oatmeal Loaf

  • Hearty Spelt/Oatmeal Loaf

    2 cups spelt flour
    1 cup whole wheat pastry flour
    1/2 cup plus 2 TBSP. oatmeal, divided
    2 TBSP. flaxmeal
    1/4 cup Splenda
    3 tsps. baking powder
    3/4 tsp. salt
    1 egg
    1 1/2 cups skim milk
    1 Tbsp. canola oil

    In a large bowl, combine the flours, 1/2 cup oats, flaxmeal, Splenda, baking powder and salt.
    In another bowl, combine the egg, milk and oil; stir into dry ingredients just until moistened.
    Spread batter into an 8 or 9 inch round baking pan coated with nonstick cooking spray. Sprinkle with remaining oats.
    Bake at 350* for 40-50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean.
    Cool for 5 minutes before removing from pan, and serve warm.
    Makes about 10 wedges.
  • cottage, this sounds really great, I wish I had some right now.
    Do you think it needs the sweetness (for taste) or would it be okay without?