Brown Soda Bread Recipe

Name: Brown Soda Bread
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour; 2 cups whole wheat flour; ¼ cup toasted wheat bran; 2 tablespoons flax seed meal; ¼ cup old fashioned oats; 2 tablespoons dark brown sugar; 1 ½ teaspoons baking soda; 1 teaspoon salt; 2 tablespoons butter; 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; ¼ cup molasses; ¾ cup buttermilk

Servings: persons

1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
2 cups whole wheat flour
¼ cup toasted wheat bran
2 tablespoons flax seed meal
¼ cup old fashioned oats
2 tablespoons dark brown sugar
1 ½ teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
¼ cup molasses
¾ cup buttermilk

1
Preheat oven to 425F Grease and flour a Pullman or standard loaf pan.
2
Combine dry ingredients in a large bowl.
3
Melt butter in large measuring cup.
4
Add vegetable oil and buttermilk to cup.
5
Pour liquids into dry ingredients, stir quickly to combine.
6
Do not over mix.
7
Transfer dough to prepared loaf pan, spread into corners and smooth top.
8
Bake until bread is dark brown and tester inserted into center comes out clean, about 40 minutes.
9
Turn bread out onto rack to cool.
10
Cool at least 1 hour before slicing.

880

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour, 2 cups whole wheat flour, ¼ cup toasted wheat bran, 2 tablespoons flax seed meal, and more.

Yes, Brown Soda 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!

Brown Soda Bread

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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