Boston Brown Bread Recipe
Description:
This delightful Boston Brown Bread is a cherished New England classic, boasting a rich molasses flavor that pairs beautifully with Boston baked beans. Uniquely steamed rather than baked, this bread emerges with a wonderfully moist texture, perfect for family gatherings or cozy dinners. Traditionally made in coffee cans, you can also use 1-quart molds if coffee cans are not available.
Recipe Category: Breads
Keywords: Low Cholesterol, Healthy, < 4 Hours
Ingredients
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 2 | shortening |
| 1/4 | sugar |
| 1 | egg |
| 3/4 | dark molasses |
| 2 1/4 | whole wheat flour |
| 1 | salt |
| 3/4 | yellow cornmeal |
| 1 1/2 | baking powder |
| 1 1/2 | baking soda |
| 1 3/4 | buttermilk |
| 3/4 | raisins |
Nutritional Information (Per Serving)
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1486.8 |
| Total Fat | 22.5 g |
| Saturated Fat | 6 g |
| Cholesterol | 101.6 mg |
| Sodium | 2711.3 mg |
| Total Carbohydrates | 306.1 g |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.8 g |
| Sugars | 138.5 g |
| Protein | 33.5 g |
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the shortening and sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy.
- Gradually beat in the egg and dark molasses until well combined, ensuring a smooth consistency.
- Incorporate the whole wheat flour, salt, yellow cornmeal, baking powder, baking soda, and buttermilk into the mixture, mixing thoroughly until fully blended.
- Gently fold in the raisins, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the batter.
- Spoon the mixture into two well-greased coffee cans, filling them a little more than halfway to allow room for rising.
- Cover the cans with greased lids or foil to ensure a tight seal during the steaming process.
- Place the coffee cans on a rack or an inverted dinner plate within a deep kettle. Add boiling water to the kettle, filling it to a level that reaches halfway up the sides of the cans.
- Cover the kettle and steam the bread for approximately 2½ hours, checking occasionally to ensure the water level remains adequate; replenish with boiling water as necessary.
- Once the steaming time is complete, carefully remove the cans from the kettle and let them cool slightly before unmolding the bread.
Enjoy this hearty Boston Brown Bread warm, perhaps slathered with butter, or as an accompaniment to your favorite dishes. It’s the ultimate comfort food that will surely delight your family and friends!
