How to Make New England Brown Bread - A Step-by-Step Guide

New England Brown Bread is a traditional recipe that has been enjoyed in the northeastern United States for generations. This hearty, moist bread has a sweet flavor and a unique texture that sets it apart from other types of bread. It's typically made with a combination of whole wheat flour, cornmeal, and molasses, giving it a slightly sweet and nutty flavor that pairs perfectly with a variety of spreads and toppings.

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup water
  • 1 tablespoon water
  • ½ cup molasses
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1 tablespoon white sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup quick-cooking oats
  • 3 cups bread flour
  • 2 ¼ teaspoons bread machine yeast
  • 1 tablespoon quick-cooking oats, or to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 40 mins
  • Additional Time: 1 hr 30 mins
  • Total Time: 2 hrs 20 mins
  • Servings: 10
  • Yield: 1 large loaf

  • Place 1 cup plus 1 tablespoon water, molasses, oil, sugar, salt, 1 cup oats, bread flour, and yeast in a bread machine in the order listed. Run "Dough" cycle.
  • Remove dough from the bread machine. Shape into a round loaf, tucking ends in underneath. Transfer to a baking sheet and cover loosely with lightly oiled plastic wrap. Let rise until puffy, about 30 minutes.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Uncover dough and sprinkle 1 tablespoon oats on top.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown, about 40 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    100 cal.

    • Total Fat: 2g
    • Saturated Fat: 0g
    • Sodium: 240mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 20g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 10g
    • Protein: 2g
    • Calcium: 40mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 290mg