Introducing a delightful creation straight from the heart of your kitchen: Oatmeal Molasses Bread I. 🍞 This recipe, sourced from the cherished Dairy Hollow Hill House Soup & Bread Book, is not just any ordinary bread – it’s a family favorite, particularly adored by your husband, making it the star of your baking repertoire. With its wholesome ingredients and comforting aroma, this bread is perfect for toasting or crafting the ultimate PB&J sandwiches, as testified by your discerning son. 😋
Recipe Overview:
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Prep Time: 3 hours and 30 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours and 15 minutes
- Yield: 2 loaves
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 2 cups | Boiling water |
| 1 cup | Old-fashioned oatmeal |
| 1 1/2 | Unsalted butter |
| 1 | Dry yeast |
| 1/2 cup | Warm water |
| 1/2 cup | Blackstrap molasses |
| 2 tsp | Kosher salt |
| 6 cups | All-purpose flour |
Instructions:
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Prepare Oatmeal Mixture:
- In a bowl, mix boiling water and butter with oatmeal. Allow it to stand for approximately 30 minutes or until cooled.
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Activate Yeast:
- In the bowl of your mixer, combine dry yeast with warm water. Let it stand until the yeast is proofed.
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Incorporate Ingredients:
- Add the oatmeal mixture and blackstrap molasses to the yeast mixture.
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Mix Flour and Salt:
- In a separate bowl, combine salt with one cup of flour.
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Combine Ingredients:
- Gradually add the flour mixture to the oatmeal and yeast mixture. Mix until well combined.
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Knead the Dough:
- Attach the dough hook to your mixer and continue adding flour until the dough forms and is no longer sticky.
- Knead the dough on low speed for approximately 10 minutes.
- Finish kneading the dough by hand until it reaches a somewhat smooth texture.
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First Rise:
- Place the dough in a buttered bowl, covering it with plastic wrap and then a towel. Allow it to rise until doubled in size, approximately 2 hours.
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Shape the Loaves:
- Once risen, punch down the dough and divide it into 2 equal parts. Shape each part into loaves and place them in greased loaf pans. Set aside for the second rise.
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Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) in preparation for baking.
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Bake:
- Bake the loaves in the preheated oven until golden brown and done, which typically takes about 35 to 45 minutes.
Now, breathe in the irresistible aroma as your Oatmeal Molasses Bread I bakes to perfection, filling your home with warmth and anticipation. Once cooled, slice into thick, hearty pieces and savor the wholesome goodness with your loved ones. Whether enjoyed as a morning toast or transformed into a delectable sandwich, this bread promises to delight your taste buds and nourish your soul with each comforting bite. 🥪✨
