Bran Bread

📜 Collection: John B. Collection | ✍️ Attribution: Unattributed | 📂 Category: Bread Discover this rustic, traditional Bran Bread featuring wholesome bran, sweet molasses, and sour milk. Perfectly baked to golden-brown perfection for a comforting treat.


Prep TimeCook TimeInactive / Chill TimeYield / Servings
15 mins45 minsNone8 servings

🔪 Key Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Loaf pan
  • Measuring cups
  • Measuring spoons

Ingredients

Ingredients

MeasurementsIngredientsPrep / Notes
1 qtBranNone
1 ptFlourNone
1 ptSour MilkNone
1 tspSodaNone
1/2 CMolassesNone
As desiredNutsoptional
As desiredRaisinsoptional

Instructions

Step 1: Mixing and Baking

  1. Combine 1 qt bran, 1 pt flour, 1 pt sour milk, 1 tsp soda, 1/2 C molasses, along with optional nuts and raisins, mixing well into a cohesive batter.
  2. Transfer the mixture to a prepared pan and bake for about 3/4 hr, until golden brown and a rich, fragrant aroma develops.

💡 Make-Ahead & Storage: Store tightly wrapped at room temperature for up to 3 days or slice and freeze for longer storage.


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