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Boston Brown Bread

Learn how to make traditional Boston brown bread with this easy-to-follow recipe. Sweetened with molasses and raisins, this hearty loaf pairs perfectly with baked beans, cheeses, and more. Plus, discover variations, pairing ideas, and storage tips!
Course Breakfast, Side Dish, Snack
Cuisine American
Keyword baked brown bread recipe, Boston brown bread recipe, brown bread pairing ideas, easy brown bread recipe, homemade Boston bread, how to make brown bread, molasses and raisin bread, molasses bread recipe, New England brown bread, traditional Boston brown bread
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings 10

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup molasses
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 2 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 2 cups buttermilk
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 egg
  • 2 1/2 cups whole wheat flour
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1 cup raisins plumped

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • Grease and flour five 15-ounce cans and fill each halfway with the batter.
  • Cover the cans with a cookie sheet and bake for 50 minutes.
  • After 50 minutes, uncover and bake for an additional 10 minutes to form a crust.
  • Carefully remove the bread from the cans while still hot. Serve warm or at room temperature.