Irish Brown Bread

Vegetarian
Health score
25%
Irish Brown Bread
45 min.
12
170kcal

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If you’re craving the warm, hearty flavors of traditional Irish fare, look no further than this delightful Irish Brown Bread recipe. Renowned for its rustic charm and wholesome nutrition, this bread is the perfect accompaniment to a variety of meals or can be enjoyed on its own with a smear of butter or a dollop of your favorite jam. What makes this recipe particularly special is its combination of whole-wheat flour, quick oats, and wheat germ, which not only lend a rich, nutty flavor but also pack a nutritional punch with fiber and essential nutrients.

This vegetarian-friendly bread is incredibly easy to make, requiring just 45 minutes from start to finish. The ingredients come together in a quick and simple process, with no advanced baking skills necessary. It’s a wonderful option for anyone looking to bring a taste of Ireland into their kitchen without the fuss. Plus, your home will be filled with the irresistible aroma of freshly baked bread, drawing everyone together around the table.

With each slice boasting approximately 170 calories, this bread is not only delicious but also guilt-free. Perfect for breakfast with a poached egg, served alongside stews, or packed into sandwiches for lunch, this Irish Brown Bread is a versatile staple that everyone will love. So roll up your sleeves and get ready to bake a loaf that will impress family and friends alike!

Ingredients

  • 1.5 cups all purpose flour 
  • 1.5 Teaspoon baking soda 
  • 1.8 cups buttermilk 
  • Tablespoons honey 
  • 0.5 cup oats quick
  • 0.8 Teaspoon salt 
  • 0.5 cup wheat germ 
  • 1.5 cups flour whole-wheat

Equipment

  • bowl
  • baking sheet
  • oven

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 425°F/220C for 15 minutes. In bowl, combine all-purpose flour, whole-wheat flour, quick oats, wheat germ, baking soda, and salt.In small bowl, mix buttermilk with honey.
  2. Add liquid ingredients to flour mixture; stir to combine.Turn dough out onto floured surface and shape into a circle.
  3. Place on a greased baking sheet and bake for 15 minutes.Reduce temperature to 400°F and bake 15 minutes more or until the bread sounds hollow when you tap it.
  4. Let cool 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts

Calories170kcal
Protein14.4%
Fat12.26%
Carbs73.34%

Properties

Glycemic Index
18.61
Glycemic Load
11.95
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
11.157826196402%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:170kcal
8.5%
Fat:2.38g
3.67%
Saturated Fat:0.87g
5.44%
Carbohydrates:32.1g
10.7%
Net Carbohydrates:29.11g
10.59%
Sugar:4.73g
5.26%
Cholesterol:3.85mg
1.28%
Sodium:320.32mg
13.93%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:6.3g
12.6%
Manganese:1.5mg
75.19%
Selenium:20.83µg
29.76%
Vitamin B1:0.32mg
21.52%
Phosphorus:156.13mg
15.61%
Folate:51.56µg
12.89%
Magnesium:48.13mg
12.03%
Fiber:2.98g
11.94%
Vitamin B2:0.19mg
11.26%
Vitamin B3:2.06mg
10.28%
Iron:1.75mg
9.71%
Zinc:1.34mg
8.92%
Vitamin B6:0.15mg
7.35%
Copper:0.14mg
7.24%
Calcium:51.45mg
5.15%
Potassium:175.1mg
5%
Vitamin B5:0.43mg
4.26%
Vitamin D:0.46µg
3.03%
Vitamin B12:0.16µg
2.68%
Vitamin A:59.1IU
1.18%
Vitamin E:0.16mg
1.09%