Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

0/9 checked
12
servings
1 unit

cooking spray

2 cup

whole wheat flour

0.5 cup

all-purpose flour

0.5 cup

oat bran

0.5 cup

wheat bran

0.5 cup

untoasted wheat germ

1.5 tsp

baking soda

1 unit

egg

2.5 cup

buttermilk

Step 1
~5 min

Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).

Step 2
~5 min

Grease a loaf pan with cooking spray.

Step 3
~5 min

In a large bowl, mix whole wheat flour, all-purpose flour, oat bran, wheat bran, wheat germ, and baking soda.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 4
~5 min

In a small bowl, whisk egg lightly.

Step 5
~5 min

Whisk in buttermilk.

Step 6
~5 min

Pour buttermilk mixture over flour mixture.

Step 7
~5 min

Fold together with a large spoon until batter is moist.

Step 8
~5 min

Pour batter into the loaf pan.

Step 9
~5 min

Smooth out the top.

Step 10
~5 min

Use the spoon to trace a plus sign from edge to edge across the top.

Step 11
~5 min

Bake in the preheated oven for 40 minutes, or until golden.

Step 12
~5 min

Reduce oven temperature to 225 degrees F (105 degrees C).

Step 13
~5 min

Continue baking for 25 minutes, or until a knife inserted into the center comes out clean.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 14
~5 min

Invert bread onto a wire rack.

Step 15
~5 min

Let cool completely, about 1 hour.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For a sweeter bread, add 2 tablespoons of molasses or honey to the buttermilk mixture.

You can add raisins or chopped nuts to the batter for added flavor and texture.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

10 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Batter can be made a day ahead and refrigerated.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Moderate
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with butter or jam.

Pairs well with soups or stews.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Irish Stew
Soup

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Ireland

Cultural Significance

A staple in Irish cuisine, often served with meals or as a snack.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

St. Patrick's Day

Occasion Tags

Breakfast
Lunch
St. Patrick's Day

Popularity Score

65/100

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