Start your mornings off right with this hearty First Watch Multigrain Bread copycat! Packed with wholesome grains and a slightly nutty flavor, it’s perfect for toast, sandwiches, or just enjoying fresh from the oven.
If you love the wholesome, nutty flavor of First Watch’s multigrain bread but don’t love the price or the wait, you can make it right at home!
This copycat recipe delivers soft, fluffy slices packed with hearty grains, perfect for toast, sandwiches, or just enjoying with a pat of butter.
With simple ingredients and easy steps, you’ll have bakery-quality bread without leaving your kitchen.
Why You Will Love This Recipe!
- Hearty and Nutty Flavor: Packed with wholesome grains and seeds for a rich, satisfying taste.
- Soft Yet Substantial Texture: Perfectly fluffy slices that hold up for toast, sandwiches, or avocado smash.
- Easy to Make at Home: No fancy equipment required; simple ingredients create bakery-quality bread.
- Customizable Add-Ins: Add oats, sunflower seeds, or flax for extra texture and nutrition.
- Versatile for Any Meal: Ideal for breakfast, lunch, or a quick snack straight from the toaster.
First Watch Multigrain Bread Ingredients
- All-purpose flour: Provides structure and a soft, tender crumb.
- Whole wheat flour: Adds nutty flavor and hearty texture to bread.
- Rolled oats: Gives a chewy texture and wholesome grain flavor.
- Sunflower seeds: Adds crunch and mild nutty taste throughout bread.
- Flaxseeds: Boosts fiber content and provides subtle nutty flavor.
- Brown sugar: Adds sweetness and enhances the bread’s golden color.
- Salt: Balances flavors and strengthens the bread’s gluten structure.
- Instant yeast: Helps the bread rise quickly and evenly.
- Warm water: Activates yeast and forms a pliable bread dough.
- Olive oil: Keeps bread moist and adds a subtle flavor.
How To Make Homemade First Watch Multigrain Bread
Step 1: In a small bowl, combine 1 ½ cups warm water (about 110°F) with 2 ¼ teaspoons instant yeast and 1 tablespoon brown sugar. Let it sit for 5–10 minutes until it becomes foamy.
Step 2:In a large mixing bowl, whisk together 2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 cup whole wheat flour, ½ cup rolled oats, 2 tablespoons sunflower seeds, 2 tablespoons flaxseeds, and 1 ½ teaspoons salt.
Step 3: Add the foamy yeast mixture and 2 tablespoons olive oil to the dry ingredients. Stir until a rough dough forms.
Step 4: Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead for 8–10 minutes until smooth and elastic. Alternatively, use a stand mixer with a dough hook for 6–7 minutes.
Step 5: Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a clean towel, and let it rise in a warm spot for 1–1.5 hours, or until it doubles in size.
Step 6: Punch down the risen dough and shape it into a loaf. Place it into a greased 9×5-inch loaf pan.
Step 7: Cover the loaf and let it rise again for 30–45 minutes, until it puffs up slightly above the pan edges.
Step 8: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake the bread for 30–35 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and it sounds hollow when tapped.
Step 9: Remove the bread from the pan and let it cool on a wire rack for at least 20 minutes before slicing. Enjoy warm with butter, jam, or your favorite spreads!
First Watch Multigrain Bread Recipe Tips
- Use fresh yeast: Make sure your yeast is active and not expired. Foamy bubbles are your green light that it’s ready to go.
- Measure flour carefully: Too much flour can make the bread dense; spoon it into your cup and level it off.
- Knead thoroughly: Kneading develops gluten, giving the bread its perfect chewy texture. Stand mixer or hands both work.
- Warm rise environment: Keep the dough in a draft-free, slightly warm spot. Too cold slows the rising process.
- Don’t skip the second rise: This step gives the bread a lighter, airier texture.
- Check for doneness: Tap the bottom of the loaf; it should sound hollow when fully baked.
- Cool completely before slicing: Cutting too soon can make the bread gummy; a 20-minute rest on a wire rack works best.
- Add mix-ins carefully: Seeds, oats, or nuts are great, but don’t overload; too much can weigh down the loaf.
Storing, Freezing and Reheating Instructions
- Storing: Store cooled bread in an airtight container or bread bag at room temperature. It will stay fresh for 3–4 days without losing moisture.
- Freezing: Wrap the bread tightly in plastic wrap, then place in a freezer-safe bag. Freeze for up to 3 months, then thaw at room temperature before slicing.
- Reheating: Preheat your oven to 350°F and warm slices for 5–7 minutes. You can also toast slices directly for a quick, fresh-baked taste.
First Watch Multigrain Bread Recipe Faqs
Can I use all-purpose flour instead of whole wheat flour? Yes, but the bread will be lighter and less nutty in flavor. Using some whole wheat flour keeps that signature heartiness.
How do I know when the bread is fully baked? The top should be golden brown, and it should sound hollow when tapped. An internal temperature of 190-200°F also ensures it’s done.
Can I add other seeds or grains? Absolutely! Pumpkin seeds, chia seeds, or millet all work well. Just keep the total dry ingredients balanced.
How long does this bread stay fresh? Store it in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months.
Can I make this bread in a bread machine? Yes, use the dough cycle and follow the machine’s instructions for rising and baking times.
Can I make smaller or larger loaves? Yes, adjust baking time accordingly. Smaller loaves bake faster, larger loaves may need extra 5–10 minutes.
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First Watch Multigrain Bread
Description
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups Warm water, 110°F
- 2 ¼ teaspoons Instant yeast
- 1 tablespoon Brown sugar
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 cup Whole wheat flour
- 1/2 cup Rolled oats
- 2 tablespoons Sunflower seeds
- 2 tablespoons Flaxseeds
- 1 ½ teaspoons Salt
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
Instructions
- In a small bowl, combine 1 1/2 cups Warm water (about 110°F) with 2 ¼ teaspoons Instant yeast and 1 tablespoon Brown sugar Let it sit for 5–10 minutes until it becomes foamy.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together 2 cups All-purpose flour, 1 cup Whole wheat flour, 1/2 cup Rolled oats 2 tablespoons Sunflower seeds, 2 tablespoons Flaxseeds, and 1 ½ teaspoons Salt.
- Add the foamy yeast mixture and 2 tablespoons olive oil to the dry ingredients. Stir until a rough dough forms.
- Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead for 8–10 minutes until smooth and elastic. Alternatively, use a stand mixer with a dough hook for 6–7 minutes.
- Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a clean towel, and let it rise in a warm spot for 1–1.5 hours, or until it doubles in size.
- Punch down the risen dough and shape it into a loaf. Place it into a greased 9×5-inch loaf pan.
- Cover the loaf and let it rise again for 30–45 minutes, until it puffs up slightly above the pan edges.
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake the bread for 30–35 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and it sounds hollow when tapped.
- Remove the bread from the pan and let it cool on a wire rack for at least 20 minutes before slicing. Enjoy warm with butter, jam, or your favorite spreads!
Equipment
- Mixing Bowl
- Whisk
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