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Grandmothers Brown Bread

A warm, old-fashioned loaf made with whole wheat and molasses, perfect for a wholesome family meal.

  • Total Time: 75 minutes
  • Yield: 10 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 Tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 cup milk (minus 1 Tbsp)
  • 1–1/2 cups whole wheat flour
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1–1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1 egg, room temperature
  • 1/3 cup dark molasses

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Combine lemon juice and enough milk to make 1 cup; set aside.
  3. In a mixing bowl, whisk together whole wheat flour, all-purpose flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
  4. Add the milk mixture, sugar, egg, and molasses; whisk until just combined.
  5. Pour the mixture into a greased and floured loaf pan.
  6. Bake at 350°F for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. Let cool in the pan for 15 minutes, then transfer to a cooling rack to cool completely.

Notes

Serve warm with butter, nut butter, or ricotta. Portion control: slice into 10-12 pieces.

  • Author: miguel-santiago
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 60 minutes
  • Category: Bread
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 180
  • Sugar: 9g
  • Sodium: 200mg
  • Fat: 3g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 36g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 20mg

Keywords: brown bread, whole wheat, healthy bread, easy baking, family recipes