Methodist or Wesleyan Bread Recipe

Name: Methodist or Wesleyan Bread
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 teaspoons white sugar; 1 cup lukewarm water; 2 (.25 ounce) envelopes active dry yeast; 3/4 cup molasses; 4 teaspoons salt; 6 tablespoons white sugar; 1/4 cup shortening, melted; 3 cups lukewarm water; 2 cups raisins; ½ cups sifted all-purpose flour; 2 teaspoons caraway seed

Servings: persons

1
Dissolve 2 teaspoons of sugar in 1 cup of water.
2
Sprinkle the yeast over the water and allow to soften for 5 to 10 minutes.
3
Meanwhile, stir together the molasses, salt, 6 tablespoons of sugar, and shortening into the remaining 3 cups of water in a large bowl until dissolved.
4
Add the raisins, flour, and caraway seed.
5
Mix together until a dough forms, then turn out onto a lightly floured work surface and knead until smooth and elastic, 10 to 15 minutes.
6
Place into a well oiled bowl, and brush the top with a little melted shortening.
7
Cover with a cloth and allow to rise in a warm place until doubled in bulk, about 1 hour.
8
Punch down, and allow to rise again until doubled in bulk, another hour.
9
Lightly grease two 9x5 inch loaf pans.
10
Place the dough on a lightly floured work surface, punch down, then form into two loaves.
11
Place loaves into the pans, cover with a cloth, and allow to rise again until doubled in size.
12
Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
13
Bake loaves in preheated oven for 1 hour until they are nicely browned and sound hollow when tapped on the bottom.

151

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Protein

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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

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 teaspoons white sugar, 1 cup lukewarm water, 2 (.25 ounce) envelopes active dry yeast, 3/4 cup molasses, and more.

Yes, Methodist or Wesleyan 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!

Methodist or Wesleyan Bread

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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