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Molasses Brown Soda Bread Recipe

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This Molasses Brown Soda Bread recipe combines the wholesome flavors of whole wheat, wheat germ, and molasses to create a moist, slightly sweet loaf with a tender crumb and a delightful crust. Quick to prepare and baked in the oven, this traditional soda bread requires no yeast, making it a perfect rustic bread for any meal.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour (300 g), plus extra for dusting
  • 1 ¾ cups whole wheat flour (210 g)
  • ¼ cup wheat germ (20 g)
  • 1 ½ tsp baking soda (9 g)
  • 1 tsp salt (6 g)

Wet Ingredients

  • 1 ½ cup buttermilk (375 ml)
  • 3 tbsp molasses (45 ml)
  • 2 tbsp butter, melted (28 g)

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Combine Dry Ingredients: Preheat your oven to 425°F. In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, whole wheat flour, wheat germ, baking soda, and salt. Stir thoroughly until well blended.
  2. Mix Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, molasses, and melted butter until smoothly combined.
  3. Form the Dough: Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined to form a dough. Avoid overmixing to keep the bread tender.
  4. Knead and Shape: Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Knead it gently only a couple of times to form a smooth ball. Pat the dough into a 7-inch circle shape.
  5. Prepare for Baking: Lightly flour a baking sheet and transfer the shaped dough onto it. Dust the top of the dough with flour. Using a sharp knife, score a cross about ½ inch deep on the top of the dough to help it bake evenly.
  6. Bake at High Temperature: Bake the bread in the preheated oven at 425°F for 15 minutes.
  7. Reduce Temperature and Continue Baking: Lower the oven temperature to 375°F and continue baking for an additional 35 minutes until the bread is fully baked and sounds hollow when tapped on the bottom.
  8. Cool and Serve: Remove the bread from the oven and wrap it in a tea towel to cool. The steam will soften the crust, making it delightful to eat. Enjoy your fresh molasses brown soda bread!

Notes

  • Use cold buttermilk straight from the fridge for best results.
  • Do not over-knead the dough; this helps maintain a tender texture.
  • Scoring the dough allows steam to escape and helps the loaf expand properly.
  • Wrap in a tea towel after baking to keep the crust soft.
  • For a vegan version, substitute buttermilk with a plant-based milk mixed with vinegar and use vegan butter.

Find it online: https://queenrecipe.com/molasses-brown-soda-bread-recipe/