Oatmeal Cinnamon Steamed Bread

Directions

1. 1
   Pulse the oatmeal into a powder in a food processor.
2. 2
   Prepare the steamer by boiling the water and setting the steamer.
3. 3
   Combine the soy milk, water, sugar, and salt in a bowl, add the oatmeal, and mix well to allow the water to absorb.
4. 4
   Sift in the ingredients, then use a rubber spatula to fold the batter as if cutting it, until the flour is well constituted and the batter is evenly incorporated.
5. 5
   Fill the muffin cups 80% full.
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   Once steam rises from the steamer, place the cups inside, and steam for about 15 minutes over high heat.
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   They are ready when a skewer inserted to the middle comes out clean.
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   Remove them from the muffin cups and cool.
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   They will turn out moist and chewy and not dry if you allow them to cool in a lidded resealable container.
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    These are low in sugar.
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    Serve them for breakfast or for a snack.
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    Store any leftovers in the freezer after wrapping in plastic wrap and putting them in a resealable vinyl bag.
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    When steaming in a pound cake mold (8.5 cm by 17.5 cm), steam for 20-25 minutes.
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    For the oatmeal, you can use either the quick cooking type (shown on the right), or other store-bought oats (as shown on the left).
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