Grandma's Brown Bread Graham Bread Recipe

Taste the tradition! This old-fashioned graham bread recipe, passed down through generations since the 1880s, delivers a moist, dense, and flavorful quick bread perfect for any occasion. Grandma's secret? No shortening – just the goodness of whole milk (or skim!) and the lift of baking soda. Enjoy warm with butter or alongside a cup of tea – a true comfort food experience!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 70 mins
Calories 377.7 kcal
Protein 16g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Grandma's Brown Bread Graham Bread

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How to Make Grandma's Brown Bread Graham Bread

  1. Preheat oven to 300°F (150°C).
  2. Grease a medium-sized (8.5x4.5 inch) loaf pan.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients: 2 cups graham flour (or whole wheat flour), 1 teaspoon baking soda, 1 teaspoon salt, 1 cup granulated sugar.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the wet ingredients: 1 cup whole milk (or skim milk), 1 large egg, 1/4 cup molasses.
  5. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. The batter will be thick.
  6. Fold in 1/2 cup chopped nuts (optional).
  7. Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan.
  8. Bake in the preheated oven for 55-60 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  9. Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
  10. Serve warm or at room temperature with butter, your favorite spread, or simply enjoy it plain with a cup of tea!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

10 g

Sugar

125g

Fat

5g

Carbs

27g

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