No Knead Oatmeal Maple + Molasses Bread
Discover a modern twist on a classic Maritime favourite with our No Knead Oatmeal Maple + Molasses Bread. This failproof recipe yields two loaves of comforting, cold-weather fare. Infused with the rich flavours of maple and molasses, this bread is a comfort food.
Optional sesame seeds add a delightful crunch, but the real magic lies in its versatility. Enjoy it alongside hearty stews, baked beans, or simply toasted with butter and jam for a taste of nostalgic comfort. Just like the tradition of fresh-baked brown bread on Saturday nights, this bread is a warm embrace of home.
Tips for baking Oatmeal Maple + Molasses Bread:
- You don’t need to proof the yeast and there is no kneading involved, so as far as breads go this oatmeal molasses bread is quick and easy to mix up.
- Scrape the dough from the bowl onto a lightly floured surface, to incorporate the final cup or two of flour. This will be the only kneading you’ll need to do for this recipe.
- If the dough is feeling too sticky to manage, you can add up to 1/2 cup of extra flour.
- Boost the nutritional value of this bread by substituting 2 cups of all-purpose flour with whole wheat flour.
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PrintNo Knead Oatmeal Maple + Molasses Bread
Discover our No-Knead Oatmeal Maple + Molasses Bread—a delightful fusion of hearty oats, rich maple, and deep molasses flavours, baked to perfection without the hassle of kneading.
- Yield: 2 loafs 1x
- Category: Muffins & Quick Breads
Ingredients
- 2 cups boiling water
- 2 Tbsp butter
- 2 tsp. salt
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 2 Tbsp dry yeast
- 1 cup warm water
- 2 tsp sugar
- 2/3 cup Maple + Molasses
- 6 cups flour (can use 2 cups whole wheat)
- 1 Tbsp sesame seeds (optional)
Instructions
- In a large bowl combine butter, salt, and rolled oats.
- Pour the 2 cups of boiling water over the rolled oats mixture. Cool to lukewarm.
- In a small bowl combine 1 cup of warm water and sugar. Stir in yeast then add to the cooled oat mixture.
- Mix in Maple + Molasses
- Gradually add flour. (You may need to turn the dough out onto the counter to incorporate the final cup or two of flour.)
- Divide dough in half, shape into loaves, and place in two greased loaf pans.
- Cover with a clean dishtowel and let rise until doubled in bulk (about 1.5 hours, but really depends on how warm your kitchen is).
- Sprinkle the sesame seeds (optional)
- Bake at 350 F for 45 minutes to an hour, until loaves sound hollow when tapped.
- Remove from pans to cool on a cooling rack.
