Oatmeal Molasses Bread II Recipe
Overview:
Wonderful, aromatic bread. Ideal for serving with “plainer” main meals, or for use in bread pudding or french toast. Just let it dry a bit before using it in your recipe.
- Total Time: 3 hours 33 minutes
- Prep Time: 40 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours 53 minutes
- Servings: 2 loaves
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 2 cups | Boiling water |
| 1 cup | Oatmeal |
| 1 1/2 tbsp | Butter |
| 1 pkg | Dry yeast |
| 1/2 cup | Lukewarm water |
| 1/2 cup | Blackstrap molasses |
| 2 tsp | Salt |
| 4 1/2 – 5 cups | Flour |
Instructions:
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In a large bowl, pour boiling water over butter and oatmeal. Let stand for 30 minutes.
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In a small bowl, sprinkle yeast over lukewarm water and let stand until the yeast dissolves and gets foamy.
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In either the large bowl (if doing by hand) or in a mixer bowl, combine the oatmeal, yeast, molasses, and salt.
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Mix, adding 1 cup of flour at a time until JUST kneadable. This dough is sticky, do not add too much flour!
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Turn onto a floured surface (or add dough hook to machine) and knead about 8 minutes, using as little flour as you can and still knead it.
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Form dough into a ball, and place in an oiled bowl. Cover with plastic wrap or a cloth and let rise for 1 1/2 hours.
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Punch the dough down and cut into half. Shape into loaves, circles, or any other shape you desire.
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Cover again and let rise for 40 minutes.
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Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
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Bake in a preheated oven for 30-35 minutes.
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VERY IMPORTANT: When baking in any type of pan, grease them well. This bread will stick in a BIG way if the pans are ungreased.
Enjoy your delicious Oatmeal Molasses Bread II 🍞🌾! Perfect for any occasion and sure to impress with its amazing aroma and flavor.