Ina Garten Guinness Brown Bread
Guinness Brown Bread is a traditional Irish-style soda bread that uses Guinness stout for depth of flavor and baking soda as a leavening agent. Ina Garten’s version includes a touch of molasses, making the bread slightly sweet, soft, and perfect for spreading with butter or jam.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 45
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 8 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups whole wheat flour
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup rolled oats
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup molasses
- 1 1/2 cups buttermilk mixed with 1 teaspoon unsweetened cocoa powder (to replace Guinness stout)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
Instructions
Step 1: Preheat the Oven
- Set the temperature: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Prepare the pan: Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
Step 2: Mix the Dry Ingredients
- Combine flours and oats: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together whole wheat flour, all-purpose flour, oats, brown sugar, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
Step 3: Mix the Wet Ingredients
- Combine liquids: In a separate bowl, whisk together molasses, buttermilk mixed with cocoa powder, and melted butter until well combined.
Step 4: Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients
- Stir gently: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix just until combined. Do not overmix, as this can make the bread dense.
Step 5: Bake the Bread
- Transfer to loaf pan: Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
- Bake until done: Bake for 45–50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Step 6: Cool and Serve
- Let it cool: Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack.
- Slice and enjoy: Serve warm with butter, jam, or cheese.