Steamed Brown Bread Recipe

Name: Steamed Brown Bread
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 qt. Indian meal; 1 pt. c. rye flour; 1 qt. sweet milk; 1 c. molasses; 2 tsp. Saleratus *; a little salt; 1 c. boiling water; 1 c. chopped dates; 2 eggs, beaten; 1 tsp. vanilla; 3 tsp. melted butter; 1 3/4 c. flour; 1/2 tsp. salt; 1 tsp. soda; 1/2 c. nuts; 2 c. raisins; 1/2 c. sugar; 1 tsp. salt; 1/4 c. butter; 2 cakes yeast (or pkg.); 2 eggs, slightly beaten; 6 c. flour; 2 c. water

Servings: persons

1 qt. Indian meal
1 pt. c. rye flour
1 qt. sweet milk
1 c. molasses
2 tsp. Saleratus *
a little salt
1 c. boiling water
1 c. chopped dates
2 eggs, beaten
1 tsp. vanilla
3 tsp. melted butter
1 3/4 c. flour
1/2 tsp. salt
1 tsp. soda
1/2 c. nuts
2 c. raisins
1/2 c. sugar
1 tsp. salt
1/4 c. butter
2 cakes yeast (or pkg.)
2 eggs, slightly beaten
6 c. flour
2 c. water

1
Pour 2 cups boiling water over raisins; allow to cool.
2
Add salt, butter and sugar, then eggs.
3
Dissolve yeast in 1/2 cup warm water.
4
Put all of this in large bowl.
5
Add flour gradually, mixing with hands.
6
Knead dough until smooth and elastic.
7
Round up in greased bowl; turn to bring greased side up.
8
Cover with damp cloth and let rise in warm place until double in size.
9
Punch down; let rise again until almost double.

2726

kcal

Calories

Fat

405

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.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
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 23 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 qt. Indian meal, 1 pt. c. rye flour, 1 qt. sweet milk, 1 c. molasses, and more.

Yes, Steamed 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!

Steamed Brown Bread

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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