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Irish Brown Bread

Irish Brown Bread

Irish brown bread is a hearty, rustic loaf made with whole wheat flour, oats, molasses, and Guinness. It offers a dense texture and rich flavor that pairs perfectly with butter, soups, or cheese.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Course bread
Cuisine Irish
Servings 1 loaf
Calories 250 kcal

Equipment

  • Loaf Pan
  • Oven

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients

  • 2 3/4 cups whole wheat flour
  • 3/4 cup rolled oats plus a pinch extra to garnish top of bread
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 2 Tbsp dark brown sugar

Wet Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup molasses
  • 1 cup Guinness
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 2 Tbsp honey
  • 2 Tbsp melted butter

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare a loaf pan by lining the bottom with parchment paper and spraying the sides with non-stick spray.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together whole wheat flour, rolled oats, salt, and baking soda until evenly combined.
  • Add dark brown sugar and mix well.
  • Create a well in the center of the dry ingredients. Pour in molasses, Guinness, buttermilk, honey, and melted butter.
  • Stir gently until just combined to form a thick dough. Avoid overmixing.
  • Transfer dough to prepared loaf pan. Cut a line down the center of the dough as a vent and sprinkle a pinch of rolled oats on top.
  • Bake for 50-55 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean or with a few crumbs.
  • Let bread cool in pan for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack. Slice and serve warm with Irish butter or your favorite toppings.

Notes

This bread is delicious fresh but also freezes well. You can customize with seeds, herbs, or dried fruits for unique flavors.
Keyword Homemade, Rustic, Whole Wheat