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Recipe Card of Oatmeal Molasses Bread For Beginners

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Melissa Taylor
Discover the warmth and comfort of Oatmeal Molasses Bread, a cherished family recipe. With its simple steps, minimal kneading, and no yeast proofing, it's an ideal first loaf for baking novices. Drizzle with molasses or pair with cozy meals for a touch of tradition.
Oatmeal Molasses Bread For Beginners
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Prep Time 1 hour 45 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Course Breakfast
Cuisine Maritime
Servings 2 loaves
Calories 150 kcal

Ingredients list
  

  • 2 cups boiling water
  • 2 Tbsp butter
  • 2 tsp salt
  • 1 cup rolled oats
  • 2 Tbsp dry yeast
  • 1 cup warm water
  • 2 tsp sugar
  • 2/3 cup Crosby's Fancy Molasses
  • 6 cups flour
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Step-by-Step Instructions
 

  • In a spacious mixing bowl, mingle butter, salt, and wholesome rolled oats.
  • Bathe the oats mixture with two cups of boiling water. Let cool till just warm.
  • Combine warm water with sugar in another bowl. Stir in yeast, then blend with the cooled oat concoction.
  • Introduce the rich molasses into the mixture.
  • Gradually blend in flour. For the final cups, lay dough on the counter if needed.
  • Halve the dough, fashioning each into a loaf, then rest snugly in greased pans.
  • Drape with a soft towel and let burgeon until twice the size, around 1.5 hours, depending on kitchen warmth.
  • In a 350°F oven, bake for 45 minutes to an hour, awaiting the hollow sound when tapped.
  • Free the loaves from their pans and allow to cool.

Notes

Enjoy this bread fresh with molasses baked beans, or toast and savor with your choice of butter or jam. Ideal for warming up those crisp, cold days!

Nutrition

Calories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 4gFat: 2gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.5gSodium: 300mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gCalcium: 10mgIron: 1mg
Keyword bread, molasses, oatmeal
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