What gives this brown bread its distinctive color and flavor?

The rich color and deep, sweet flavor come primarily from the generous amount of molasses and a touch of unsweetened cocoa powder used in the dough.

How long does the dough need to rise for this recipe?

The dough requires two separate rising periods: an initial rise of about 1 hour until doubled, followed by a second rise of 45 minutes to an hour after shaping.

Can I use only one type of flour for this vegan brown bread?

This recipe specifically calls for a blend of unbleached all-purpose flour and white whole-wheat flour to achieve its desired texture and flavor profile. Using only one type might alter the final result.

What are the best ways to enjoy this Sweet Molasses Brown Bread?

This bread is delicious served warm or at room temperature, perfect with vegan butter, jam, or alongside a hearty plant-based soup or stew.

How should I store leftover Sweet Molasses Brown Bread?

Once cooled, store the loaves in an airtight container at room temperature for a few days, or freeze them for longer storage, ensuring they are well-wrapped.

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Sweet Molasses Brown Bread
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Three freshly baked loaves of vegan sweet molasses brown bread, golden brown with optional oats sprinkled on top, cooling on a wire rack.

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Sweet Molasses Brown Bread [Vegan]

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Soft and hearty delicious homemade loaves with molasses and cocoa powder, they’re slightly sweet, offering up subtle rich flavors and amazing taste!

Ingredients You Need for Sweet Molasses Brown Bread [Vegan]

1 1/2 cups almond milk (or some other non-diary milk or water), warmed
1/2 cup molasses
4 tablespoons non-dairy butter or coconut oil, softened
3 cups unbleached all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting
1 2/3 cups white whole-wheat flour (or regular whole wheat flour)
2 – 3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
2 tablespoons dark brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 1/4 teaspoons salt
2 1/2 teaspoons instant yeast
Old-fashioned rolled oats for sprinkling on top, optional

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How to Prepare Sweet Molasses Brown Bread [Vegan]

Combine dry ingredients including yeast, (if using instant yeast) in a large bowl, make a hole in the mixture. Add milk, molasses and butter and mix with a wooden spoon until dough becomes wet and shaggy, then knead with your hand until dough comes together.
Place dough in a large oiled bowl (or leave in a bread machine bucket); cover with a kitchen towel or plastic wrap and let it rise in a warm spot until doubled in size, about 1 hour.
Turn dough onto a flour dusted work-surface, divide into 3 pieces and shape into loaves.
Place dough on a lightly greased (or parchment lined) baking sheet or place in greased loaf pans and sprinkle with oats.
Allow dough to rise, covered in a warm place for 45 minutes to an hour, until almost doubled in size.
Meanwhile, preheat oven to 350 F. towards the end of the rising time.
Bake for 20 – 25 minutes, until the color deepens and a toothpick or tester inserted in the center comes out clean.
Remove loaves from oven and cool on a rack.
Serve warm or at room temperature
Enjoy!

Nutritional Information

Note: The information shown is based on available ingredients and preparation. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.