Cast Iron
Yogurt Bread with Molasses
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indiagateflours
July 10, 2021
This recipe is so hearty, light, and delicious. Loved it. For more whole wheat recipes check out this page: https://indiagateflours.com/recipe.php
Brynn
March 23, 2021
I made Yogurt Molasses bread today. i used 2 cups of yogurt, 2tablespoons of apple cider vinegar and added 1/2 cup of toasted walnuts. Sprayed a 8 and 1/2 in. extra long ceramic quick loaf pan , lined with parchment paper. Also I baked loaf at 300 F. degrees for 1 hour and ten minutes.( I also added dried blueberries, sm. amount orange zest and orange oil.) Wonderful
maurerjc
March 24, 2021
I like this idea of ACV and the orange zest/orange oil, thanks.
I'll have to try that next time!
I'll have to try that next time!
Marlene
August 18, 2020
Made the yogurt molasses bread yesterday. Super, super dense. Too dense! It would not incorporate all the dry ingredients so I added plain milk. Baked up ok not a pretty loaf. Any suggestions? It was good with herbed cream cheese. ##
maurerjc
August 19, 2020
The 'dense' is one of the wonderful parts of this. You can always just add more yogurt. It won't throw the overall recipe off. :-)
Marlene
August 18, 2020
Made the yogurt molasses bread yesterday. Super, super dense. Too dense! It would not incorporate all the dry ingredients so I added plain milk. Baked up ok not a pretty loaf. Any suggestions? It was good with herbed cream cheese.
JJGood
May 4, 2020
Would this work/taste good made with pomegranate molasses?
maurerjc
May 4, 2020
Oooo, that sounds delish! I don't know why not! Let us know if you do use that! It's a very flexible recipe.
Beth
May 4, 2020
Sure. This is the kind of recipe you can play with. Hard to go wrong whatever you do.
Frances
April 27, 2020
Lovely recipe. Simple to make and for this singleton a loaf lasted - deliciously! - over a week.
Ingrid M.
April 12, 2020
I made this bread a couple of times. Easy and delicious.
I went to the store and purchased the organic yogurt that I always use but when I opened the container it looked different. Laugh if you must, but it turned out to be quark. Who ever heard of quark. Fingers crossed. Went ahead and made the bread. Turned out great.
I went to the store and purchased the organic yogurt that I always use but when I opened the container it looked different. Laugh if you must, but it turned out to be quark. Who ever heard of quark. Fingers crossed. Went ahead and made the bread. Turned out great.
jfoodie
April 12, 2020
I love this bread but alas - no flour (APV, whole-wheat or anything) at any of the grocery stores for the past few weeks - can't even get online at KAF or Bob's Red Mill as they are all sold out too. Just finished our first loaf and want more.
I know the recipe says best to use at least a cup of APF but does anyone have any suggestions on alternatives? I have spelt, almond and i think a little rye flours left, and some whole wheat berries that i guess i could process into flour in my Vitamix.
Ideas?
I know the recipe says best to use at least a cup of APF but does anyone have any suggestions on alternatives? I have spelt, almond and i think a little rye flours left, and some whole wheat berries that i guess i could process into flour in my Vitamix.
Ideas?
jfoodie
April 5, 2020
wonderful! made in 7.5" square cake pan with 1c APF, 1c.whole-wheat, 1/2 c ground oats and polenta (instead of cornmeal) with 1 c dried cranberries and 1/2 cup chopped English walnuts and a mix of Greek yogurt thinned with buttermilk, plus molasses. This is the recipe a Dutch Dough Hook was made for!
Baked just under 1 hour until it pulled away from the sides of the pan. After about 20 minutes of cooling on wire rack i inverted the pan (came out cleanly!) and placed loaf directly on wire rack to continue cooling. Note that this recipe is totally addicting - once you make it your mind reels with the possibilities you can try the next time! I'm going to try a savory one next with herbs and see how that goes. I bet that if there are any leftovers (doubtful) getting stale i could slice thin and twice bake into crackers - they would taste similar to RainForest.
Baked just under 1 hour until it pulled away from the sides of the pan. After about 20 minutes of cooling on wire rack i inverted the pan (came out cleanly!) and placed loaf directly on wire rack to continue cooling. Note that this recipe is totally addicting - once you make it your mind reels with the possibilities you can try the next time! I'm going to try a savory one next with herbs and see how that goes. I bet that if there are any leftovers (doubtful) getting stale i could slice thin and twice bake into crackers - they would taste similar to RainForest.
Beth
April 4, 2020
I made it using white whole wheat & rye flour like recommended. Didn't realize my cornmeal was self-rising until it was in the bowl, but it didn't matter. Used mostly vinegar & milk with about 1/2 cup of sour cream, craisins, raisins and some chopped mixed nuts. It came out great, heavy but I expected that. Really good warmed up and slathered with butter.
Ellie L.
April 3, 2020
Could this be used with all buckwheat flour? I am GF and Grain free and no almond or coconut flour. And, I was thinking of adding banana or pumpkin to the mix. Would that work? Thank you!
Kt4
April 6, 2020
I suggest you post your question in the "questions" area instead of comments so you'll be more likely to get suggestions :) I'll be following as I'm curious to know as well. Cheers!
Beth
April 3, 2020
I only have flavored yogurt, can I use sour cream? Or part sour cream and part milk?
Emma
March 23, 2019
This was a lovely, wholesome bread. Made it with honey in place of molasses and added chopped dried figs and hazelnuts. Really good toasted with butter for breakfast.
JJGood
January 28, 2018
This was delightful! I made with 1 cup each all-purpose and whole wheat flours and 1/2 cup ground up oats, and subbed in whole, uncooked millet for the cornmeal. Reading everyone else's variations, it's fantastic to know this bread is so versatile. Looking forward to making it many different ways in the future!
Emily
September 16, 2017
I folded in blanched slivered almonds, chopped hazelnuts, and blueberries tossed in flour. Put a mixture of oats, sesame seeds, and pepitas on top before baking.
Oaklandpat
August 14, 2017
Many have posted about blackstrap molasses being bitter. Is there any consensus on what type of molasses is best in this recipe?
Mayra
March 19, 2017
Made this today, 1.5 cup whole wheat flour + 1 cup rye flour, 2 tsp dill seeds.
It was so fast and easy to make! The bread came out pretty, delicious and smelling really good. Thanks for sharing this recipe :)
It was so fast and easy to make! The bread came out pretty, delicious and smelling really good. Thanks for sharing this recipe :)
Kerry G.
January 4, 2017
Made again, used 1 cup white, one spelt, and half cup dark rye. Added raisins and pecans, and subbed half molasses with barley malt syrup. Because the latter is lower in sugar than molasses, I also threw in a small handful of brown sugar. ALSO: had some sour cherry jam that I needed to use up, so I subbed in for portion of yogurt (just to make sure wet ingredients in proper proportion). Baked as muffins. SO DELICIOUS. This recipe is so versitile and so easy.
Pumpkiness
December 17, 2016
I made this today with white wheat flour, full flavor molasses and a cupmof raisins. BIG hit! I even used a decorative loaf pan and came out like a charm.
Lisa
November 19, 2016
I used medium grind whole wheat plus buckwheat which added nutty flavor, used less than 1/4 c sweet ( molasses plus honey), added walnut, sunflower seeds. It came out well. I also made it with apple sauce as suggested by I_Fortuna below, like it a lot. Easy quick bread for breakfast when I run out my no knead bread doug
Becky
November 14, 2016
The first time I made this I used Blackstrap Molasses, and it turned out horribly bitter and unedible. Tried again with Barbados and the flavour is perfect. A really fantastic loaf that is dead easy.
Yayita
July 28, 2016
Great quick recipe! The bread is dense but it's exactly what I needed for a post workout carb filling treat. I wish I had different types of flour other than the corn meal and white whole wheat, because I feel it would add a whole other level of complexity. I didn't have raisins so I cut up some prunes and mixed them with a mix of nuts, delicious.
Sara N.
May 21, 2016
The bread crumb is remarkable--dense, yet light and a soft chew. The flavor is also subtle, yet with a dark sweetness. I recommend cooling the bread for at least 1 hour after removing from the oven.
Donna
February 4, 2016
This sounds marvelous!! I'm planning to make this tomorrow! Loved all the recipe ingredient swaps ! I'm going to check all my left over from Christmas baking ingredients and see what I will come up with !! Thank for great recipe and all the wonderful review ideas !!!
ItsBrooksie
February 3, 2016
I made this a few nights ago and am so happy I did. It's deliciously dense and great toasted with butter and jam. It reminds me a lot of brown bread I had in Ireland when I studied abroad there. It was available everywhere, and delicious smothered with fresh butter. The Irish version wasn't sweet, though. Does anyone know of a recipe without the molasses or other sweetener? Or can anyone recommend a non-sweet substitute for the molasses?
I_Fortuna
February 4, 2016
You might want to look for an Irish soda bread. This type of bread is very common in Ireland.
I am not sure why you would want to sub molasses. It is rich in vitamins and minerals and does not add too much sweetness to the bread. However, if you would like to try applesauce instead, it will turn out great and keep the bread moist. I often use it in my baking along with buttermilk for a tender bread.
Soda bread is so great though, I think that is bread you may be looking for.
Best of luck. : )
I am not sure why you would want to sub molasses. It is rich in vitamins and minerals and does not add too much sweetness to the bread. However, if you would like to try applesauce instead, it will turn out great and keep the bread moist. I often use it in my baking along with buttermilk for a tender bread.
Soda bread is so great though, I think that is bread you may be looking for.
Best of luck. : )
Susan E.
January 3, 2020
What you might be looking for is Wheaten, not Soda. Northern Irish Wheaten Bread
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Yield: 2 loaves
Ingredients
567 grams coarse wholemeal flour
180 grams all-purpose flour
142 grams caster sugar
2 tsp baking powder
1.5 tsp baking soda
0.5 tsp salt
76 grams margarine
3 eggs
568 grams buttermilk*
Instructions
Preheat oven to 200°C (392°F). Grease two loaf tins and line with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, mix together the flours, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Rub in the margarine until it resembles breadcrumbs.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs and buttermilk. Make a well in the flour mixture, and pour in the liquid.
Mix together just until all the flour is moistened, being careful not to overmix.
Divide the batter between the two tins (about 820 g each) and lightly flatten the tops.
Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, until a toothpick comes out clean and the top is golden. You want to make sure the bread is fully baked, without becoming dry.
Allow the loaves to cool in their tins for a few minutes before removing to a rack. Once they are only slightly warm to the touch, wrap them well in cling film to prevent drying out.
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Yield: 2 loaves
Ingredients
567 grams coarse wholemeal flour
180 grams all-purpose flour
142 grams caster sugar
2 tsp baking powder
1.5 tsp baking soda
0.5 tsp salt
76 grams margarine
3 eggs
568 grams buttermilk*
Instructions
Preheat oven to 200°C (392°F). Grease two loaf tins and line with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, mix together the flours, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Rub in the margarine until it resembles breadcrumbs.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs and buttermilk. Make a well in the flour mixture, and pour in the liquid.
Mix together just until all the flour is moistened, being careful not to overmix.
Divide the batter between the two tins (about 820 g each) and lightly flatten the tops.
Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, until a toothpick comes out clean and the top is golden. You want to make sure the bread is fully baked, without becoming dry.
Allow the loaves to cool in their tins for a few minutes before removing to a rack. Once they are only slightly warm to the touch, wrap them well in cling film to prevent drying out.
[email protected]
January 30, 2016
Made this yesterday and everyone thought it was great. I plan on messing with the different flours a little bit. I used 2 c APF, 1/2 c of oatmeal and 1/2 c of semolina. It was fab!
Jesse B.
January 20, 2016
I used a hodge podge of wheat and white flour and flax meal and this recipe was so forgiving. I also subbed 1/5 of the molasses for honey, added sunflower seeds, poppy seed and chocolate chunks -- it was delicious, thanks.
Kerry G.
January 1, 2016
Very similar to a Boston brown bread that I make from book called "Great Breads" by Martha Tose Shulman. Yummy!!
maurerjc
October 28, 2015
Sure, why not? You can freeze any bread you make--you remind me that I need to make this again. It's been a while.
Ιωάννα Λ.
October 28, 2015
Great recipe ... Just got mine out of the oven !
A question: can you freeze this bread? Thank you.
A question: can you freeze this bread? Thank you.
Jr0717
May 23, 2015
I didn't have any molasses on hand, and decided to make this for breakfast at the last minute, so I substituted maple syrup and found the taste quite lovely! I also halved the recipe, and found that it still worked out really well. Thanks for a good, reliable recipe Marian!
wenz
April 6, 2015
Thank you for this healthy, tasty, easy recipe!!! I baked today. The loaf is a little bit dry but still taste good. I replaced 1/2 cup whole wheat flour with multigrain flour; added 1/2 cup chopped cranberries, 1/2 cup chopped walnuts, 1/3 cup white sesames. I wonder I can reduce the molasses to 1/4 cup, and salt to 1/2 tsp. Has anyone tried that?
susan G.
December 15, 2017
I expect you've answered your questions already, but I'll mention this -- the 1 tsp of Kosher salt (Diamond brand) has the sodium of 1/2 tsp table salt.
maurerjc
March 30, 2015
Blue cheese?!?! I never thought of that, but it does sound good! Thanks for that good idea!
Taylor S.
March 29, 2015
Very different but delicious nonetheless. Even after 6 days this bread retained the hearty wheat flavor without being dry. I ate this with tea, with some strong blue cheese, and with some honey and all combinations were great!
Ingrid M.
January 11, 2015
I have been making yeast and quick breads for 40 years. So I always have some leftover this and that. When I had some yogurt which was getting old in the fridge I looked for ways of using it up. I also had a
little honey and maple syrup,just enough to make 1/2 c. and leftover pecans from a previous recipe. Used 2c. white flour and 1/2 c whole wheat mixed with a little leftover rye flour.
I was pleasantly surprised by the result. Nice and moist. Great for breakfast with sweet butter. I'll definitely make this again. But I 'll try it with half the salt. Thanks for this one!
little honey and maple syrup,just enough to make 1/2 c. and leftover pecans from a previous recipe. Used 2c. white flour and 1/2 c whole wheat mixed with a little leftover rye flour.
I was pleasantly surprised by the result. Nice and moist. Great for breakfast with sweet butter. I'll definitely make this again. But I 'll try it with half the salt. Thanks for this one!
starvingfoodist
December 17, 2014
Nice. Thoughts on subbing sour cream for the yogurt? Or maple syrup for molasses? Tis what I have on hand.
Marian B.
December 17, 2014
I've used maple before and it works! I've never used sour cream, but I think that would be an excellent substitution -- you should be able to sub 1 for 1. It will just be a bit richer -- no harm there.
Sonali
December 4, 2014
I used white whole wheat and substituted corn meal for almond meal, since I didn't have any corn meal. I also used 1/4 cup brown sugar in place of molasses. Added about 1/2 cup dried cranberries and 1/2 cup pistachios. I thinned out the yogurt with 1/2 cup milk, but the mixture was barely moist, when compiled as directed. I had to add water - about a cup. Not sure if that's what messed it up, but the bread was very, very dense and doughy. We don't use cornmeal at home, and I tend to reduce the sugar by half in almost any recipe, since we don't like very sweet things. How could I make the bread a little lighter?
Kris
May 30, 2015
white whole wheat has a tendency to make things dry. I just started baking with it and was startled initially because whole flour doesnt do that. I think you need the moisture from the molasses. I used honey instead and it was great. I used semolina instead of corn meal and that also worked. I think almond flour also tends to require a lot of fat/moisture, which is where the whole milk yogurt comes into play ( which you thinned out )
Kris
May 30, 2015
since this recipe doesn't use eggs and is easily , half-able or even quarter-able, I tried a smaller quantity but followed the original recipe as much as possible.
mela
June 19, 2016
I just checked Bittman's original recipe online, and he calls for plain whole wheat flour rather than the white whole wheat called for by this recipe writer. That may solve the problem, along with getting moisture from the molasses.
Beth100
October 5, 2014
Used a whole wheat pastry flour/ground oats/buckwheat combo and Greek-style yogurt thinned with milk. We could not stop eating this and can't wait to make it again! Suggest trying it toasted and thickly spread with soft goat cheese, served with butternut squash soup.
Yw Y.
August 27, 2014
What spreads go well with this bread? I made the bread and liked it a lot. I've tried spreading cream cheese and ricotta cheese. What else could I spread or put on it that would complement the flavor of the bread? Thank you.
Kylie
August 3, 2014
I only have blackstrap molasses, would that be okay?
Rebecca R.
August 4, 2014
Just tried the recipe for the first time with blackstrap molasses (and added raisins) and it turned out great. it assume the flavour is just stronger!
Scott S.
April 15, 2014
Came out GREAT. I used 1 1/2 cups white whole wheat flour, 3/4 cup oat flour, and 1/4 cup ground flaxseed. I also added 3/4 cup cranberries, and 3/4 cup of slivered toasted almonds. Cooked in a loaf pan for 55 minutes. The texture and flavor of this bread could not be more enjoyable. Definitely a keeper.
Bonny
March 29, 2014
I couldn't leave this one alone. First I adjusted the proportions for my 10inch skillet. 3 cups ww white flour, 1 cup cornmeal, 2 1/3 cup yogurt. Leaving the soda, sweetner, salt alone. Added 1 egg, 2 tab. melted butter, a teaspoon of baking powder, And the best part, 1 1/2 cups toasted walnuts. Baked only 50 min. Moist, excellent keeper
lindapindakaas
March 18, 2014
LOVE THIS. I subbed some of the whole wheat flour for oat flour and it worked brilliantly! My dough wasn't as thick as many of the comments mention, but it still worked out fine and the end result is nice and moist. Will definitely be making this again!
I_Fortuna
March 9, 2014
Kefir or buttermilk work well too. Just be sure to add the baking soda as it reacts with the dairy to leaven the bread. This bread is supposed to have a thick batter. I bake quick breads all the time and this recipe is fine and does not need more liquid than is called for.
One very important thing for quick breads like this, do not over mix. If using a mixer I blend the dry ingredients well, add the liquid and mix only until all ingedients are incorporated for just a very few seconds. If it is overmixed, it will come out tough and rubbery. Since it is a thick dough, it is sometimes difficult to mix by hand.
One very important thing for quick breads like this, do not over mix. If using a mixer I blend the dry ingredients well, add the liquid and mix only until all ingedients are incorporated for just a very few seconds. If it is overmixed, it will come out tough and rubbery. Since it is a thick dough, it is sometimes difficult to mix by hand.
Bompalomp
March 3, 2014
Can you substitute almond milk in this recipe?
I_Fortuna
March 9, 2014
The recipe will not come out leavened as well with almond milk. The yogurt, milk/vinegar combo, buttermilk, or kefir that can be used react with the baking soda that leavens the bread. This is not a cake so it does not have to be light and airy but as a bread it will be too dense if this is not followed with the dairy suggestions.
If you are concerned about the dairy, homemade kefir, yogurt or buttermilk cultures are fed by the lactose (sugar) in them. Any of these can be fermented to the point of minimal to zero lactose being left in the finished product. I culture my kefir for 24 to 36 hours. It makes it more tart but delicious especially when used in baking or for smoothies. Sometimes I pour a glass, add sweetener, maple flavor and enjoy this way. This type of fermentation makes is safe for diabetics and tolerable for those lactose intolerant. In fact, kefir has 3 times the probiotics that yogurt has so it can be beneficial for everyone and is easy to make requiring no heat or special appliance.
If you are concerned about the dairy, homemade kefir, yogurt or buttermilk cultures are fed by the lactose (sugar) in them. Any of these can be fermented to the point of minimal to zero lactose being left in the finished product. I culture my kefir for 24 to 36 hours. It makes it more tart but delicious especially when used in baking or for smoothies. Sometimes I pour a glass, add sweetener, maple flavor and enjoy this way. This type of fermentation makes is safe for diabetics and tolerable for those lactose intolerant. In fact, kefir has 3 times the probiotics that yogurt has so it can be beneficial for everyone and is easy to make requiring no heat or special appliance.
shofielen
March 14, 2014
I have baked this delicious bread only with almond milk with great results. I use spelt flour and need about 1cup of almond milk (I find it does not need more milk to get the required consistency) with 2 tbsp of organic apple cider vinegar. Let it sit for about 20 minutes before I add either maple syrup or agave. Instead of cornstarch I use milled flax seed or chia seed.
The end result has been delicious. A winner.
The end result has been delicious. A winner.
Windischgirl
February 23, 2014
I'm taken with your photos! Is that parchment you are using to wrap the bread? I've started baking more and giving the goodies away as gifts, and thus I'm on the lookout for attractive packaging that isn't the standard "plastic wrap and clear tape."
SarahBee
February 23, 2014
I tried this yesterday. I don't think it came out well. So, so, so dense, but I did use mostly whole wheat flour, a little buckwheat flour, and some spelt. May have to revisit..
Marian B.
February 26, 2014
When I've used 100% whole wheat flour, the result is definitely more dense than white whole wheat. But I'd be sure that you're measuring your flour as described above, and not overmixing -- hope that helps!
Mallory
March 6, 2014
I had the same problem - very dense - but think it was also due to the use of whole wheat flour. May be a 'revisit' recipe as well
Michalis
February 22, 2014
I want to add raisins, fresh apple, almonds and casious nuts.
Should i chop the apple to be sized like the raisins? Should i chop almond and casious nuts into the blender? What you suggest? Thanks in advance.
Thanks in advance, looks very easy and nutritional snack to make
Should i chop the apple to be sized like the raisins? Should i chop almond and casious nuts into the blender? What you suggest? Thanks in advance.
Thanks in advance, looks very easy and nutritional snack to make
Winifred R.
February 19, 2014
Have you tried subbing oatmeal (rolled oats) for the cornmeal? I think it would work fine if this is more like soda bread, but haven't played with it yet myself. Probably would be a better textural match for the cornmeal if the oats were pulsed in a processor a bit. Just thinking because I enjoy oats and molasses in baked goods which is also a New England trait. . .
Marci T.
February 19, 2014
Would love to know if that works as I'm allergic to corn and love a good brown bread! :-)
Marian B.
February 19, 2014
I've added rolled oats before but never in place of cornmeal -- you could definitely give this a try! I'd definitely consider grinding it up or using oat flour or quick-cook oats, as cornmeal is so much finer than rolled oats are. Let me know if you try it out!
Winifred R.
March 16, 2014
I made this recipe with oats rather than cornmeal. Used 2/3 cup of old fashiond oats pulsed to roughly the size of steel cut oat particles. Also used 1 cup white flour and 1 1/2 cups whole wheat since there was quite a bit of comment of dense bread with all whole wheat. For fruit I added dried tart cherries chopped coarsely. I thought it came out really well. Marci should be able have her brown bread comfortably with oats-- I liked it.
AuntB
February 3, 2014
This is a wonderfully easy, tasty, nutritious bread! My second loaf today came out even better than the first. I will be hanging on to this one.
Marian B.
February 3, 2014
I'm so happy you enjoyed it! I made a loaf this weekend and subbed in a cup of leftover cooked oats for the yogurt -- it was a success!
Lisaly
March 11, 2014
Marian, did you sub the cooked oats for all the yogurt or just a cup of the yogurt? Did you then add the vinegar with the oatmeal? I would be interested in avoiding the dairy due to allergies. Thanks!
Dina
January 27, 2014
I made this for a potluck and then took the leftovers to my in-laws. Everyone loved it, it was a huge hit! I served it with a whipped salted butter. We considered honey butter but found it to be too sweet, since the bread does have a strong molasses flavor. The bite of course salt in the creamy butter was the perfect complement.
Marian B.
February 3, 2014
Good butter really is the perfect complement. Really glad that it turned out well for you!
Kat
January 19, 2014
I would love to try this, but would need to substitute the flour -- I eat gluten-free.
Dina
January 27, 2014
I subbed in half a cup of brown rice flour, since I have it lying around and wanted to use it up. The bread was extremely successful, but I don't know whether it would stand up to subbing all the flour out for brown rice flour! If you try it please post and let us know how it worked!
Marian B.
February 3, 2014
I've never tried this with gluten-free flour, but I've used the Bob's Red Mill gluten-free mix with great success in the past -- I would definitely give it a try. Or use brown rice flour and add a bit of xantham gum or arrowroot.
Miranda
December 16, 2013
There's no pouring this, that's for sure. As for using a 7" cast iron skillet, it'll work, but you really have to pile it in there. It's got 15 more minutes in the oven. I've got my fingers crossed.
Marian B.
December 17, 2013
Yes, you definitely have to scoop/push the dough into the pan -- I've updated the instructions. I like baking it in the skillet because it gets some nice height. How did it turn out?
kitkat
December 16, 2013
The dough was pretty firm for me as well (I also placed it in the loaf pan with my hands), but baked up beautifully. It's delicious - husband declared that this bread is going to be a strong presidential candidate.
Brittany A.
December 16, 2013
If using the optional fruit, should it be dried or fresh?
Marian B.
December 16, 2013
I used fresh cranberries/apples -- if you use dried fruit, I would still use around a cup. (Bonus: You can plump them up by soaking them in booze first!)
Boomdog02
December 15, 2013
Tried this today...followed the recipe exactly and there must be an error...with me or the recipe. The "batter was like a firm dough. not at all pourable. had to add a good 3/4 cup of milk to loosen it enough to mix completely. Anyone else find this problem?
Marian B.
December 15, 2013
The batter should be pretty thick after mixing, like a soda bread you really have to fold it all together rather than stir it like a batter you'd expect from banana bread, et al. How did the final product turn out?
RaquelG
December 15, 2013
Non-fat or 2% yogurt seems to be the standard in most markets; I have a devil of a time finding full fat sometimes... Would these work, or would I have to add extra fat in some form?
Marian B.
December 15, 2013
I would definitely choose the 2% over skim! It should definitely still work. You could try subbing out a few tablespoons of olive oil, but you're likely fine without it!
durun99
May 31, 2014
I made this with plain low-fat yogurt since that's what I had in the fridge and it came out great. For people who like to bake by weight, 21/2 cups of King Arthur white whole wheat flour measured by spoon and level (as suggested in the recipe and by King Arthur) came out to 10 ounces, 1/2 cup of coarse stone-ground cornmeal from a local mill came out to 21/2 ounces, the 12/3 cups of yogurt was 13 1/3 ounces, and the 1/2 cup molasses was 6 ounces. With those weights, the batter looked exactly like what Mark Bittman described in the NY Times article accompany his recipe ("pourable but not wet, like good (not too dry) oatmeal"). Great bread, plain or toasted with butter. Kept well in the fridge, too. Oh, and it was perfectly done at 195 degrees on a Thermapen inserted into the center.
mela
December 21, 2015
Thanks very much for giving the weights, and also and especially for sharing the quote/guidance from Bittman about the preferred texture.
Michelle C.
December 11, 2013
Can I substitute pomegranate molasses instead of molasses in this recipe? If so, should I use the same amount?
Marian B.
December 13, 2013
I am not sure about that -- I've subbed honey, and I'm sure maple syrup or brown rice syrup would work, but I don't think that pomegranate molasses can be substituted one-to-one. However, you could definitely try using a few tablespoons! If you do, please let me know how it goes!
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