Mary Ann's Canned Brown (Raisin) Bread Recipe

Name: Mary Ann's Canned Brown (Raisin) Bread
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups coffee (hot); 2 tablespoons butter; 2 teaspoons baking soda; 1 12-2 ½ cups raisins; 2 eggs; 2 cups sugar; 1 teaspoon salt; 2 teaspoons cinnamon; 1 teaspoon nutmeg; 1 teaspoon vanilla; 4 cups flour; cooking spray (or butter can be used to grease cans too)

Servings: persons

2 cups coffee (hot)
2 tablespoons butter
2 teaspoons baking soda
1 12-2 ½ cups raisins
2 eggs
2 cups sugar
1 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons cinnamon
1 teaspoon nutmeg
1 teaspoon vanilla
4 cups flour
cooking spray (or butter can be used to grease cans too)

1
Mix hot coffee, butter, and baking soda in bowl (the coffee should be hot enough to melt the butter).
2
Once the butter has melted, stir the raisins into the mixture.
3
Cover and let soak overnight.
4
The next morning, preheat oven to 250 degrees.
5
Cream eggs, sugar, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and vanilla in a mixer.
6
Blend in the liquid from the raisin bowl (but not the raisins yet - they'll get crushed in the mixer if you add them now).
7
Mix in the flour 1 cup at a time scraping the sides as necessary.
8
Finally, stir in the raisins.
9
Spray cooking spray into 6 empty and cleaned 12 oz vegetable cans (green bean cans work well) - don't forget to take the label off too!
10
Fill cans 2/3 full and set them on a cookie sheet in the oven.
11
Cook for 1.5 to 2 hours.
12
Enjoy!

955

kcal

Calories

Fat

194

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: 2 cups coffee (hot), 2 tablespoons butter, 2 teaspoons baking soda, 1 12-2 ½ cups raisins, and more.

Yes, Mary Ann's Canned Brown (Raisin) 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!

Mary Ann's Canned Brown (Raisin) Bread

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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