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Grandmothers Brown Bread

This warm and simple loaf of Grandmothers Brown Bread combines whole wheat and molasses for a sweet, homey flavor with a soft crumb and nice crust. Perfect for meal prep and healthy breakfasts.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 130
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Liquid Ingredients
  • 1 Tbsp lemon juice Use to acidify milk
  • 1 cup milk (minus 1 Tbsp) Replace the Tbsp with lemon juice
  • 1 room temp egg egg Ensure it's at room temperature
  • 1/3 cup dark molasses
Dry Ingredients
  • 1-1/2 cups whole wheat flour
  • 1/2 cup AP flour
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1-1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup sugar Can reduce to 1/4 cup for healthier version

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat oven to 350° F.
  2. In a measuring cup, place the Tbsp of lemon juice, then fill with milk to total 1 cup. Set aside.
  3. In a mixing bowl, whisk together whole wheat flour, AP flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
  4. Add milk mixture, sugar, egg, and molasses to dry ingredients. Whisk until just combined.
Baking
  1. Grease and flour a loaf pan or use non-stick spray.
  2. Pour mixture into the prepared loaf pan and bake at 350° F for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
Cooling
  1. Let the bread sit in the pan on a cooling rack for 15 minutes.
  2. Remove the bread from the pan and cool completely on a cooling rack.

Notes

Serve slices warm or at room temperature. For a healthier option, spread with nut butter or top with low-sugar jam. Store at room temperature for 3 days or freeze slices for up to 3 months.