Irish Brown Bread

Indulge in the hearty and wholesome goodness of Irish Brown Bread, a traditional staple in Irish cuisine. This simple yet flavorful bread is easy to make and perfect for enjoying with a slather of butter or a dollop of jam.

Why Make This Recipe

If you’re looking for a nutritious and satisfying bread recipe that’s easy to whip up, Irish Brown Bread is the perfect choice. With a combination of whole wheat flour, oats, and seeds, this bread offers a nutty flavor and hearty texture that pairs well with soups, stews, or simply on its own.

How to Make Irish Brown Bread

Ingredients:

• 1 ½ cups whole wheat flour


• 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour


• 1 cup old-fashioned oats (plus 2 tbsp for topping)


• ½ cup oat bran


• ½ cup mixed seeds (such as sunflower and pumpkin)


• 4 tbsp granulated sugar


• 1 tsp salt


• 1 ½ tsp baking soda


• 2 eggs


• 1 ½ cups buttermilk

Directions:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F and grease a loaf pan with cooking spray and a dusting of whole wheat flour.


2. In a large bowl, mix all the dry ingredients except the 2 tbsp of oats for the topping.


3. In another bowl, combine the eggs and buttermilk, then add to the dry ingredients.


4. Stir the wet and dry ingredients together until just combined. The mixture should be wet and sticky, adjusting the buttermilk as needed.


5. Pour the mixture into the loaf pan, sprinkle with the remaining oats, and make a slit down the center.


6. Bake for 1 hour or until a skewer comes out clean. Let cool on a wire rack.

How to Serve Irish Brown Bread

Slice the bread and serve warm with butter, jam, or alongside your favorite soups and salads. It’s also delicious toasted for breakfast or used as a base for open-faced sandwiches.

How to Store Irish Brown Bread

Store the bread in an airtight container or wrapped tightly in foil at room temperature for up to 3 days. For longer storage, you can freeze slices and toast them as needed.

Tips to Make Irish Brown Bread

• Be careful not to overmix the batter to ensure a light and tender loaf.


• Customize the seeds and nuts to your preference for added crunch and flavor.


• If you don’t have buttermilk, you can make a substitute by adding 1 tbsp of vinegar or lemon juice to 1 cup of milk and letting it sit for 5 minutes.

Variation

For a sweeter version, you can add raisins or dried cranberries to the batter for a fruity twist on the traditional recipe.

Irish Brown Bread

Enjoy the nutty and hearty flavors of Irish Brown Bread with this simple and delicious recipe. Perfect for any meal or as a snack, this bread is sure to become a family favorite.

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 1 hour hr

Total Time 1 hour hr 15 minutes mins

Course Breakfast

Servings 1 loaf

Calories 200 kcal

Ingredients

  

Dry Ingredients

• 1 ½ cups whole wheat flour
• 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup old-fashioned oats plus 2 tbsp for topping
• 1/2 cup oat bran
• 1/2 cup mixed seeds (e.g., sunflower, pumpkin)
• 4 tbsp granulated sugar
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 ½ tsp baking soda

Wet Ingredients

• 2 eggs
• 1 ½ cups buttermilk

Instructions

 

• Preheat oven to 350°F and grease a loaf pan. Dust with whole wheat flour.
• Combine all dry ingredients in a bowl, except the oats for topping.
• In a separate bowl, mix eggs and buttermilk, then add to dry ingredients.
• Combine wet and dry ingredients until just mixed. Pour into loaf pan, top with oats, and bake for 1 hour.

Notes

Experiment with different seed combinations for added variety.

Keyword Homemade Bread, Irish Brown Bread, Oats, seeds, traditional, whole wheat