Homemade Brown Bread is a delightful and hearty loaf that brings a touch of rustic charm to your table. With its rich, nutty flavor and tender crumb, this bread is perfect for sandwiches, toasting, or simply enjoying with a pat of butter. Made with wholesome ingredients like whole wheat flour, bran, and molasses, it’s a nourishing option that adds both taste and texture to your meals. The subtle sweetness of molasses and the nutty flavor of the whole wheat flour make this bread a wholesome, satisfying choice that pairs beautifully with soups, stews, or as a stand-alone treat. Easy to make and even easier to love, this brown bread is a staple you’ll want to bake time and again.
Ingredients:
- 2 cups whole wheat flour
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup wheat bran
- 1/4 cup molasses
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups buttermilk (or 2 cups milk plus 2 tablespoons lemon juice or vinegar)
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 1 large egg
Instructions:
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the whole wheat flour, all-purpose flour, wheat bran, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, mix the molasses, honey, buttermilk, vegetable oil, and egg until well combined.
- Combine Wet and Dry: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. The batter will be thick.
- Pour into Pan: Transfer the batter to the prepared loaf pan, spreading it evenly.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean and the top is golden brown.
- Cool: Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
Enjoy the wholesome goodness of homemade brown bread with your favorite spreads or as a side to your meals.
