A simple, hearty Irish brown bread made with whole wheat flour and molasses. The original recipe is reproduced from Chatelaine.
Not specifiedPrep time
45–50 minBake time
14 slicesServings
NUTRITION FACTS (APPROXIMATE · PER SERVING)
Calories125 kcal
Protein5 g
Carbs24 g
Fat1 g
Fiber4 g
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups warm water
- 1 tbsp molasses
- 8-g package active dry yeast
- 3 1/2 cups whole wheat flour
- 1 tsp salt
- Oil, for spraying the loaf pan
Instructions
- Spray an 8 × 4-inch metal loaf pan with oil.
- Stir 1/2 cup of the warm water with the molasses and yeast in a large bowl. Let stand for 10 minutes.
- Stir in the flour, remaining water and salt.
- Transfer the dough to a floured counter. Knead once or twice, then shape into a log and place in the prepared pan.
- Cover with a damp towel and let rise until doubled, about 45 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 400°F.
- Bake for 45–50 minutes.
- Let stand for 5 minutes, then turn the loaf out onto a rack and cool completely, about 1 hour.
Additional timing: Rise time is about 45 minutes (estimated). After baking, let the loaf stand for 5 minutes, then cool completely on a rack for about 1 hour.
Source: Reproduced from Chatelaine.
Nutrition values are carried forward from the existing post and remain approximate; they have not been independently recalculated for this draft. Actual values will vary with slice size and ingredients.
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