Boston Brown Bread Recipe

Name: Boston Brown Bread
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Dry ingredients; 2.5 oz Cornmeal; 2.5 oz Rye flour; 2.5 oz Whole wheat flour; 1/2 tsp Baking Soda; 1/2 tsp Baking powder; 1/2 tsp Salt; 1/2 tsp Allspice; Wet ingredients; 8 1/2 oz Buttermilk; 1 tsp Vanilla extract; 1/2 tsp Orange zest; 6 oz Molasses

Servings: persons

Dry ingredients
2.5 oz Cornmeal
2.5 oz Rye flour
2.5 oz Whole wheat flour
1/2 tsp Baking Soda
1/2 tsp Baking powder
1/2 tsp Salt
1/2 tsp Allspice
Wet ingredients
8 1/2 oz Buttermilk
1 tsp Vanilla extract
1/2 tsp Orange zest
6 oz Molasses

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1) Combine Dry ingredients in a bowl and whisk together.
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2) In a seperate bowl combine the wet ingredients and whisk together
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3) Slowely add the dry ingredients to the wet
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4) Divide the batter between two 20oz can (coffee or soup cans work well)
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5) cover the cans with two layers of aluminium foil and tie in place with string.
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6) Place the cans into a 3 qt pot and add enough water to come half way up the pot.
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7) Bake at 325 for 90 minutes, then cool for 1 hour,
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NOTE: you may half to cut open the cans to depan. The sides of the cas can be very sharp, so be carefull.

576

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Dry ingredients, 2.5 oz Cornmeal, 2.5 oz Rye flour, 2.5 oz Whole wheat flour, and more.

Yes, Boston Brown Bread falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Boston Brown Bread

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