{"id":91990,"date":"2025-03-10T04:57:52","date_gmt":"2025-03-10T04:57:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/neclink.com\/index.php\/2025\/03\/10\/irish-brown-bread-the-recipe-critic\/"},"modified":"2025-03-10T04:57:52","modified_gmt":"2025-03-10T04:57:52","slug":"irish-brown-bread-the-recipe-critic","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/neclink.com\/index.php\/2025\/03\/10\/irish-brown-bread-the-recipe-critic\/","title":{"rendered":"Irish Brown Bread | The Recipe Critic"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> <br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div>\n<div class=\"post-intro\">\n<div class=\"aff-disc\">\n<p>This website may contain affiliate links and advertising so that we can provide recipes to you. Read my <a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/privacy-policy\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\">disclosure policy<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"shared-counts-hidden-image-container\" style=\"display:none;\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1799\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"shared-counts-hidden-image\" data-pin-description=\"Irish Brown Bread is a twist on classic soda bread with a slightly sweet, rich and hearty flavor. It's so good with honey, butter or jam!\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/irish-brown-bread-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/irish-brown-bread-1.jpg\"\/><img width=\"1200\" height=\"1799\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/irish-brown-bread-1.jpg\" class=\"shared-counts-hidden-image\" data-pin-description=\"Irish Brown Bread is a twist on classic soda bread with a slightly sweet, rich and hearty flavor. It's so good with honey, butter or jam!\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/irish-brown-bread-1.jpg\" alt=\"\"\/><\/div>\n<p><input class=\"jpibfi\" type=\"hidden\"\/><\/p>\n<p>Irish Brown Bread is a delicious twist on classic soda bread, offering a slightly sweet, rich, and <strong>hearty flavor<\/strong>. It comes together quickly, with <strong>no kneading or rising<\/strong>! Makes a great breakfast, snack, or side with dinner. It\u2019s so yummy with <a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/how-to-make-whipped-honey\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\">honey<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/homemade-butter\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\">butter<\/a>, or <a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/peach-jam\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\">jam<\/a>!<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1799\" alt=\"Close up shot of a cut loaf of Irish brown bread. \" class=\"wp-image-291042\" title=\"Irish Brown Bread is a delicious twist on classic soda bread, offering a slightly sweet, rich, and hearty flavor. It comes together quickly and makes a great breakfast, snack, or side with dinner. It's so yummy with honey, butter, or jam!\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/irish-brown-bread\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Irish Brown Bread\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/irish-brown-bread-1-1200x1799.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/irish-brown-bread-1.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/irish-brown-bread-1-333x500.jpg 333w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/irish-brown-bread-1-1025x1536.jpg 1025w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/irish-brown-bread-1-400x600.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/irish-brown-bread-1-150x225.jpg 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/irish-brown-bread-1-1200x1799.jpg\"\/><img fetchpriority=\"high\" fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1799\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/irish-brown-bread-1-1200x1799.jpg\" alt=\"Close up shot of a cut loaf of Irish brown bread. \" class=\"wp-image-291042\" title=\"Irish Brown Bread is a delicious twist on classic soda bread, offering a slightly sweet, rich, and hearty flavor. It comes together quickly and makes a great breakfast, snack, or side with dinner. It's so yummy with honey, butter, or jam!\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/irish-brown-bread\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Irish Brown Bread\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/irish-brown-bread-1-1200x1799.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/irish-brown-bread-1.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/irish-brown-bread-1-333x500.jpg 333w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/irish-brown-bread-1-1025x1536.jpg 1025w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/irish-brown-bread-1-400x600.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/irish-brown-bread-1-150x225.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\"\/><\/figure>\n<div class=\"block-tip cwp-inner cwp-large\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading block-tip__title\" id=\"h-reasons-you-ll-love-this-recipe\">Reasons You\u2019ll Love This Recipe<\/h2>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Hearty &amp; Wholesome!<\/strong>\u00a0Made with simple, nourishing ingredients, this Irish brown bread is deliciously satisfying.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Perfectly Sweet!<\/strong> Unlike traditional soda bread, this version has a touch of sweetness that makes it extra delicious. Plus, the texture is soft on the inside with a slightly crisp crust, making every bite irresistible.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Pairs Well with Any Meal! <\/strong>Enjoy it for breakfast with <a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/honey-butter\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\">honey butter<\/a>, as a snack with <a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/peach-jam\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\">jam<\/a>, or alongside <a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/soup-recipes\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\">soups<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/slow-cooker-corned-beef-cabbage-stew\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\">stews<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-perfect-for-st-patrick-s-day\">Perfect for St. Patrick\u2019s Day<\/h2>\n<p>I can pretty much guarantee that every home cook will have the ingredients needed to make this loaf! It\u2019s perfect for St. Patrick\u2019s Day! You could even bake a few loaves and share them with your neighbors! If you love making bread from scratch but want a simple and quick fix, this is the bread for you. Plus, it\u2019s packed with whole wheat and oats, a nice break from store-bought white bread. No crazy equipment is needed to execute this recipe, just a couple of bowls, a whisk, a spatula, a bread pan, and an oven.<\/p>\n<div class=\"block-quick-tips cwp-large\"><!-- .block-quick-tips__icon --><\/p>\n<div class=\"block-quick-tips__inner\">\n<div class=\"block-quick-tips__content cwp-inner\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-ingredients-needed-for-irish-brown-bread\">Ingredients Needed for Irish Brown Bread<\/h3>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" alt=\"Overhead shot of labeled ingredients. \" class=\"wp-image-291290\" title=\"Irish Brown Bread is a delicious twist on classic soda bread, offering a slightly sweet, rich, and hearty flavor. It comes together quickly and makes a great breakfast, snack, or side with dinner. It's so yummy with honey, butter, or jam!\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/irish-brown-bread\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Irish Brown Bread\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/IngredientsWithLabelsIrishBrownBread-1200x800.png\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/IngredientsWithLabelsIrishBrownBread.png 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/IngredientsWithLabelsIrishBrownBread-500x334.png 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/IngredientsWithLabelsIrishBrownBread-400x267.png 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/IngredientsWithLabelsIrishBrownBread-150x100.png 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/IngredientsWithLabelsIrishBrownBread-1200x800.png\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/IngredientsWithLabelsIrishBrownBread-1200x800.png\" alt=\"Overhead shot of labeled ingredients. \" class=\"wp-image-291290\" title=\"Irish Brown Bread is a delicious twist on classic soda bread, offering a slightly sweet, rich, and hearty flavor. It comes together quickly and makes a great breakfast, snack, or side with dinner. It's so yummy with honey, butter, or jam!\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/irish-brown-bread\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Irish Brown Bread\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/IngredientsWithLabelsIrishBrownBread-1200x800.png\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/IngredientsWithLabelsIrishBrownBread.png 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/IngredientsWithLabelsIrishBrownBread-500x334.png 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/IngredientsWithLabelsIrishBrownBread-400x267.png 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/IngredientsWithLabelsIrishBrownBread-150x100.png 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><!-- .block-quick-tips__inner --><\/div>\n<p> <!-- .block-quick-tips --><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-to-make-irish-brown-bread\">How to Make Irish Brown Bread<\/h2>\n<p>Making this Irish brown bread recipe is so simple. You <strong>only need 20 minutes of prep<\/strong> time! With pantry staple ingredients and minimal effort, you\u2019ll have a hearty, slightly sweet loaf ready to enjoy. No yeast or kneading is required! Just mix, pour, and bake. Let\u2019s walk through the easy steps:<\/p>\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list is-style-fancy\">\n<li><strong>Whisk Dry Ingredients:<\/strong> Preheat an oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit, then spray a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.target.com\/p\/wilton-9-34-x5-34-nonstick-ultra-bake-professional-loaf-pan\/-\/A-13189266#lnk=sametab\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">9-inch loaf pan<\/a> with non-stick cooking spray. In a large bowl, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.target.com\/p\/9-stainless-steel-whisk-figmint\/-\/A-90064471?preselect=87689757#lnk=sametab\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">whisk<\/a> together the wheat flour,\u00a0all-purpose flour, rolled oats,\u00a0salt, and<strong> <\/strong>baking soda.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Mix the Wet Ingredients:<\/strong> In a separate bowl, mix the buttermilk,\u00a0molasses, and<strong> <\/strong>melted unsalted butter.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Combine:<\/strong> Pour the buttermilk mixture into the flour mixture and mix until the dough just comes together.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Bake:<\/strong> Place the dough into the loaf pan and even out the top, sprinkle with some oats, and bake for 50-55 minutes or when a toothpick inserted comes out clean, or temp out to 190 degrees Fahrenheit. Remove from the oven and let the loaf cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then remove and let it cool completely on a cooling rack.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-2 is-cropped is-style-numbered wp-block-gallery-2 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-style-default\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"291295\" alt=\"Overhead shot of all of the dry ingredients in a bowl. \" class=\"wp-image-291295\" title=\"Irish Brown Bread is a delicious twist on classic soda bread, offering a slightly sweet, rich, and hearty flavor. It comes together quickly and makes a great breakfast, snack, or side with dinner. It's so yummy with honey, butter, or jam!\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/irish-brown-bread\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Irish Brown Bread\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/1Y3A9891-1200x800.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/1Y3A9891-scaled.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/1Y3A9891-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/1Y3A9891-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/1Y3A9891-150x100.jpg 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/1Y3A9891-1200x800.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"291295\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/1Y3A9891-1200x800.jpg\" alt=\"Overhead shot of all of the dry ingredients in a bowl. \" class=\"wp-image-291295\" title=\"Irish Brown Bread is a delicious twist on classic soda bread, offering a slightly sweet, rich, and hearty flavor. It comes together quickly and makes a great breakfast, snack, or side with dinner. It's so yummy with honey, butter, or jam!\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/irish-brown-bread\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Irish Brown Bread\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/1Y3A9891-1200x800.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/1Y3A9891-scaled.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/1Y3A9891-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/1Y3A9891-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/1Y3A9891-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\"\/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-style-default\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"291292\" alt=\"Overhead shot of all of the wet ingredients in a bowl. \" class=\"wp-image-291292\" title=\"Irish Brown Bread is a delicious twist on classic soda bread, offering a slightly sweet, rich, and hearty flavor. It comes together quickly and makes a great breakfast, snack, or side with dinner. It's so yummy with honey, butter, or jam!\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/irish-brown-bread\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Irish Brown Bread\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/1Y3A9892-1200x800.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/1Y3A9892-scaled.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/1Y3A9892-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/1Y3A9892-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/1Y3A9892-150x100.jpg 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/1Y3A9892-1200x800.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"291292\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/1Y3A9892-1200x800.jpg\" alt=\"Overhead shot of all of the wet ingredients in a bowl. \" class=\"wp-image-291292\" title=\"Irish Brown Bread is a delicious twist on classic soda bread, offering a slightly sweet, rich, and hearty flavor. It comes together quickly and makes a great breakfast, snack, or side with dinner. It's so yummy with honey, butter, or jam!\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/irish-brown-bread\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Irish Brown Bread\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/1Y3A9892-1200x800.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/1Y3A9892-scaled.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/1Y3A9892-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/1Y3A9892-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/1Y3A9892-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\"\/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"291293\" alt=\"Angle shot of both the dry and wet ingredients mixed together in a bowl. \" class=\"wp-image-291293\" title=\"Irish Brown Bread is a delicious twist on classic soda bread, offering a slightly sweet, rich, and hearty flavor. It comes together quickly and makes a great breakfast, snack, or side with dinner. It's so yummy with honey, butter, or jam!\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/irish-brown-bread\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Irish Brown Bread\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/1Y3A9893-1200x800.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/1Y3A9893-scaled.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/1Y3A9893-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/1Y3A9893-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/1Y3A9893-150x100.jpg 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/1Y3A9893-1200x800.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"291293\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/1Y3A9893-1200x800.jpg\" alt=\"Angle shot of both the dry and wet ingredients mixed together in a bowl. \" class=\"wp-image-291293\" title=\"Irish Brown Bread is a delicious twist on classic soda bread, offering a slightly sweet, rich, and hearty flavor. It comes together quickly and makes a great breakfast, snack, or side with dinner. It's so yummy with honey, butter, or jam!\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/irish-brown-bread\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Irish Brown Bread\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/1Y3A9893-1200x800.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/1Y3A9893-scaled.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/1Y3A9893-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/1Y3A9893-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/1Y3A9893-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\"\/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"291294\" alt=\"Overhead shot of the bread dough in a loaf pan ready to go into the oven. \" class=\"wp-image-291294\" title=\"Irish Brown Bread is a delicious twist on classic soda bread, offering a slightly sweet, rich, and hearty flavor. It comes together quickly and makes a great breakfast, snack, or side with dinner. It's so yummy with honey, butter, or jam!\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/irish-brown-bread\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Irish Brown Bread\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/1Y3A9894-1200x800.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/1Y3A9894-scaled.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/1Y3A9894-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/1Y3A9894-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/1Y3A9894-150x100.jpg 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/1Y3A9894-1200x800.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"291294\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/1Y3A9894-1200x800.jpg\" alt=\"Overhead shot of the bread dough in a loaf pan ready to go into the oven. \" class=\"wp-image-291294\" title=\"Irish Brown Bread is a delicious twist on classic soda bread, offering a slightly sweet, rich, and hearty flavor. It comes together quickly and makes a great breakfast, snack, or side with dinner. It's so yummy with honey, butter, or jam!\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/irish-brown-bread\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Irish Brown Bread\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/1Y3A9894-1200x800.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/1Y3A9894-scaled.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/1Y3A9894-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/1Y3A9894-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/1Y3A9894-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n<div class=\"block-quick-tips cwp-large\"><!-- .block-quick-tips__icon --><\/p>\n<div class=\"block-quick-tips__inner\">\n<div class=\"block-quick-tips__content cwp-inner\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-better-bread-pro-tips-amp-tasty-twists\">Better Bread: Pro Tips &amp; Tasty Twists<\/h3>\n<p>There are a few ways to customize this Irish brown bread loaf to suit your taste! I\u2019m also sharing my top tips that will help you perfect your bread.<\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Don\u2019t Overmix the Dough!<\/strong> Just like with classic soda bread, you don\u2019t want to over-mix the dough. It should just come together with no dry patches of unmixed flour. This will result in fluffier bread. The more you mix it, the denser it will be.<\/li>\n<li><span style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;\"><strong>Guinness Irish Brown Brea<\/strong><\/span><strong>d Variation:\u00a0<\/strong>If you want to add a deeper, maltier flavor, add Guinness beer. Replace 1 cup of the buttermilk with 1 cup of beer\u00a0and bake following the same instructions.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li><strong>Best Way to Enjoy!<\/strong> This loaf is best enjoyed warm with butter and jam, as the creamy texture brings out its rich flavor. Or, if you want something a little sweeter, try my cinnamon <a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/cinnamon-butter\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\">honey butter<\/a> for a delicious twist.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><!-- .block-quick-tips__inner --><\/div>\n<p> <!-- .block-quick-tips --><\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1799\" alt=\"Overhead shot of freshly baked Irish brown bread cooling in a loaf pan. \" class=\"wp-image-291041\" title=\"Irish Brown Bread is a delicious twist on classic soda bread, offering a slightly sweet, rich, and hearty flavor. It comes together quickly and makes a great breakfast, snack, or side with dinner. It's so yummy with honey, butter, or jam!\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/irish-brown-bread\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Irish Brown Bread\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/irish-brown-bread--1200x1799.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/irish-brown-bread-.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/irish-brown-bread--333x500.jpg 333w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/irish-brown-bread--1025x1536.jpg 1025w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/irish-brown-bread--400x600.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/irish-brown-bread--150x225.jpg 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/irish-brown-bread--1200x1799.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1799\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/irish-brown-bread--1200x1799.jpg\" alt=\"Overhead shot of freshly baked Irish brown bread cooling in a loaf pan. \" class=\"wp-image-291041\" title=\"Irish Brown Bread is a delicious twist on classic soda bread, offering a slightly sweet, rich, and hearty flavor. It comes together quickly and makes a great breakfast, snack, or side with dinner. It's so yummy with honey, butter, or jam!\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/irish-brown-bread\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Irish Brown Bread\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/irish-brown-bread--1200x1799.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/irish-brown-bread-.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/irish-brown-bread--333x500.jpg 333w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/irish-brown-bread--1025x1536.jpg 1025w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/irish-brown-bread--400x600.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/irish-brown-bread--150x225.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\"\/><\/figure>\n<div class=\"block-leftovers-callout cwp-large\"><!-- .block-leftovers-callout__icon --><\/p>\n<div class=\"block-leftovers-callout__inner\">\n<div class=\"block-leftovers-callout__content cwp-inner\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-to-store-leftover-irish-brown-bread\">How to Store Leftover Irish Brown Bread<\/h3>\n<p><strong>Let the loaf cool completely before storing it <\/strong>in a container, or the loaf will sweat and become soggy.\u00a0<\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Room Temperature:<\/strong> Wrap the bread in a clean kitchen towel, which keeps the texture crisp on the outside and soft on the inside. Store it in an airtight container or bread box for up to 3 days.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Fridge:<\/strong> You can keep your bread in the fridge, but I don\u2019t recommend it as it can dry out the bread faster.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Freezer:<\/strong> To keep it longer, wrap the loaf (or slices) tightly in plastic wrap and place it in a freezer-safe bag. It stays fresh for up to 3 months.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Reheating:<\/strong> To refresh frozen bread, thaw it at room temperature, then warm it in the oven at 300 degrees Fahrenheit for 10-15 minutes for a just-baked taste.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><!-- .block-leftovers-callout__inner --><\/div>\n<p> <!-- .block-leftovers-callout --><\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1799\" alt=\"Overhead shot of sliced Irish brown bread on a cutting board. \" class=\"wp-image-291039\" title=\"Irish Brown Bread is a delicious twist on classic soda bread, offering a slightly sweet, rich, and hearty flavor. It comes together quickly and makes a great breakfast, snack, or side with dinner. It's so yummy with honey, butter, or jam!\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/irish-brown-bread\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Irish Brown Bread\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/irish-brown-bread-2-1200x1799.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/irish-brown-bread-2.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/irish-brown-bread-2-333x500.jpg 333w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/irish-brown-bread-2-1025x1536.jpg 1025w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/irish-brown-bread-2-400x600.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/irish-brown-bread-2-150x225.jpg 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/irish-brown-bread-2-1200x1799.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1799\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/irish-brown-bread-2-1200x1799.jpg\" alt=\"Overhead shot of sliced Irish brown bread on a cutting board. \" class=\"wp-image-291039\" title=\"Irish Brown Bread is a delicious twist on classic soda bread, offering a slightly sweet, rich, and hearty flavor. It comes together quickly and makes a great breakfast, snack, or side with dinner. It's so yummy with honey, butter, or jam!\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/irish-brown-bread\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Irish Brown Bread\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/irish-brown-bread-2-1200x1799.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/irish-brown-bread-2.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/irish-brown-bread-2-333x500.jpg 333w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/irish-brown-bread-2-1025x1536.jpg 1025w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/irish-brown-bread-2-400x600.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/irish-brown-bread-2-150x225.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\"\/><\/figure>\n<section class=\"block-post-listing cwp-large layout-4up-grid\">\n<header>\n<p><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-more-delicious-bread-recipes\">More Delicious Bread Recipes<\/h2>\n<\/p>\n<\/header>\n<div class=\"block-post-listing__inner\">\n<article class=\"post-summary\">\n<div class=\"post-summary__image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/cuban-bread\/\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-hidden=\"true\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1599\" class=\"attachment-cwp_archive_lgXX size-cwp_archive_lgXX\" alt=\"\" data-pin-nopin=\"1\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 50vw, 276px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/cubanbread-378x504.jpg 378w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/cubanbread-276x368.jpg 276w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/cubanbread-600x800.jpg 600w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/cubanbread-400x533.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/cubanbread-375x500.jpg 375w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/cubanbread-1153x1536.jpg 1153w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/cubanbread-640x853.jpg 640w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/cubanbread-150x200.jpg 150w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/cubanbread.jpg 1200w\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/irish-brown-bread\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Irish Brown Bread\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/cubanbread.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/cubanbread.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1599\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/cubanbread.jpg\" class=\"attachment-cwp_archive_lgXX size-cwp_archive_lgXX\" alt=\"\" data-pin-nopin=\"1\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 50vw, 276px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/cubanbread-378x504.jpg 378w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/cubanbread-276x368.jpg 276w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/cubanbread-600x800.jpg 600w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/cubanbread-400x533.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/cubanbread-375x500.jpg 375w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/cubanbread-1153x1536.jpg 1153w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/cubanbread-640x853.jpg 640w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/cubanbread-150x200.jpg 150w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/cubanbread.jpg 1200w\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/irish-brown-bread\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Irish Brown Bread\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/cubanbread.jpg\"\/><\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"post-summary__content\">\n<p class=\"entry-category\">Bread<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"post-summary__title\"><a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/cuban-bread\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\">Cuban Bread<\/a><\/h3>\n<p class=\"entry-total-time\"><svg width=\"14\" height=\"14\" aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" focusable=\"false\"><use href=\"#utility-timer\"\/><\/svg>10 hrs 25 mins<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/article>\n<article class=\"post-summary\">\n<div class=\"post-summary__image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/italian-bread\/\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-hidden=\"true\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" class=\"attachment-cwp_archive_lgXX size-cwp_archive_lgXX\" alt=\"\" data-pin-nopin=\"1\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 50vw, 276px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/italian_bread-1-400x600.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/italian_bread-1-333x500.jpg 333w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/italian_bread-1-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/italian_bread-1-150x225.jpg 150w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/italian_bread-1.jpg 1200w\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/irish-brown-bread\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Irish Brown Bread\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/italian_bread-1.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/italian_bread-1.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/italian_bread-1.jpg\" class=\"attachment-cwp_archive_lgXX size-cwp_archive_lgXX\" alt=\"\" data-pin-nopin=\"1\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 50vw, 276px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/italian_bread-1-400x600.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/italian_bread-1-333x500.jpg 333w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/italian_bread-1-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/italian_bread-1-150x225.jpg 150w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/italian_bread-1.jpg 1200w\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/irish-brown-bread\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Irish Brown Bread\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/italian_bread-1.jpg\"\/><\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"post-summary__content\">\n<p class=\"entry-category\">Bread<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"post-summary__title\"><a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/italian-bread\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\">Italian Bread<\/a><\/h3>\n<p class=\"entry-total-time\"><svg width=\"14\" height=\"14\" aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" focusable=\"false\"><use href=\"#utility-timer\"\/><\/svg>3 hrs 10 mins<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/article>\n<article class=\"post-summary\">\n<div class=\"post-summary__image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/pumpernickel-bread\/\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-hidden=\"true\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" class=\"attachment-cwp_archive_lgXX size-cwp_archive_lgXX\" alt=\"\" data-pin-nopin=\"1\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 50vw, 276px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/pumpernickel_bread-1-400x600.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/pumpernickel_bread-1-333x500.jpg 333w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/pumpernickel_bread-1-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/pumpernickel_bread-1-150x225.jpg 150w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/pumpernickel_bread-1.jpg 1200w\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/irish-brown-bread\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Irish Brown Bread\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/pumpernickel_bread-1.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/pumpernickel_bread-1.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/pumpernickel_bread-1.jpg\" class=\"attachment-cwp_archive_lgXX size-cwp_archive_lgXX\" alt=\"\" data-pin-nopin=\"1\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 50vw, 276px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/pumpernickel_bread-1-400x600.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/pumpernickel_bread-1-333x500.jpg 333w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/pumpernickel_bread-1-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/pumpernickel_bread-1-150x225.jpg 150w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/pumpernickel_bread-1.jpg 1200w\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/irish-brown-bread\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Irish Brown Bread\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/pumpernickel_bread-1.jpg\"\/><\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"post-summary__content\">\n<p class=\"entry-category\">Bread<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"post-summary__title\"><a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/pumpernickel-bread\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\">Pumpernickel Bread<\/a><\/h3>\n<p class=\"entry-total-time\"><svg width=\"14\" height=\"14\" aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" focusable=\"false\"><use href=\"#utility-timer\"\/><\/svg>2 hrs 30 mins<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/article>\n<article class=\"post-summary\">\n<div class=\"post-summary__image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/sourdough-bread\/\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-hidden=\"true\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"1200\" class=\"attachment-cwp_archive_lgXX size-cwp_archive_lgXX\" alt=\"\" data-pin-nopin=\"1\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 50vw, 276px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/sourdoughbread-400x600.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/sourdoughbread-333x500.jpg 333w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/sourdoughbread-150x225.jpg 150w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/sourdoughbread.jpg 800w\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/irish-brown-bread\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Irish Brown Bread\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/sourdoughbread.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/sourdoughbread.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"1200\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/sourdoughbread.jpg\" class=\"attachment-cwp_archive_lgXX size-cwp_archive_lgXX\" alt=\"\" data-pin-nopin=\"1\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 50vw, 276px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/sourdoughbread-400x600.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/sourdoughbread-333x500.jpg 333w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/sourdoughbread-150x225.jpg 150w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/sourdoughbread.jpg 800w\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/irish-brown-bread\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Irish Brown Bread\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/sourdoughbread.jpg\"\/><\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"post-summary__content\">\n<p class=\"entry-category\">Bread<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"post-summary__title\"><a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/sourdough-bread\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\">Sourdough Bread<\/a><\/h3>\n<p class=\"entry-total-time\"><svg width=\"14\" height=\"14\" aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" focusable=\"false\"><use href=\"#utility-timer\"\/><\/svg>6 d 14 hrs 15 mins<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/article>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<div class=\"block-area block-area-before-recipe\">\n<div class=\"block-pinterest-cta cwp-large\">\n<p class=\"block-pinterest-cta__title\">Pin this now to find it later<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/pinterest.com\/pin\/create\/button\/?url=https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/irish-brown-bread\/&amp;media=https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/irish-brown-bread-1.jpg&amp;description=Irish Brown Bread\" title=\"Share on Pinterest\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" class=\"wp-element-button\" data-postid=\"288313\" data-pin-do=\"none\" data-social-network=\"Pinterest\" data-social-action=\"Pin\" data-social-target=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/irish-brown-bread\/\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">Pin It<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"wprm-recipe-container-288315\" class=\"wprm-recipe-container\" data-recipe-id=\"288315\" data-servings=\"8\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe wprm-recipe-template-cwp-food\">\n<div class=\"cwp-food-content\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions-container wprm-recipe-288315-instructions-container wprm-block-text-normal\" data-recipe=\"288315\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-group\">\n<ul class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions\">\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-288315-step-0-0\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<p><span style=\"display: block;\">Preheat an oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and spray a 9-inch loaf pan with non-stick cooking spray.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-288315-step-0-1\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<p><span style=\"display: block;\">In a large bowl, whisk together the <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-288315-0 wprm-block-text-bold\">2 cups whole wheat flour<\/span>, <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-288315-1 wprm-block-text-bold\">1 cup all-purpose flour<\/span>, <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-288315-2 wprm-block-text-bold\">\u00bd cup rolled oats,<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-288315-3 wprm-block-text-bold\">1 \u00bd teaspoons salt<\/span>, and <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-288315-4 wprm-block-text-bold\">2 teaspoons baking soda<\/span>.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-288315-step-0-2\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<p><span style=\"display: block;\">In a separate bowl, mix the <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-288315-5 wprm-block-text-bold\">2 cups room temperature buttermilk<\/span>, <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-288315-6 wprm-block-text-bold\">\u00bc cup molasses<\/span>, and <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-288315-7 wprm-block-text-bold\">3 tablespoons melted unsalted butter<\/span>. Pour the buttermilk mixture into the flour mixture and mix until the dough just comes together.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-288315-step-0-3\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<p><span style=\"display: block;\">Place the dough into the loaf pan and even out the top, sprinkle with some oats, and bake for 50-55 minutes, a toothpick inserted should come out clean, or temp out to 190 degrees Fahrenheit.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-288315-step-0-4\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<p><span style=\"display: block;\">Remove from the oven and let the loaf cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then remove and let it cool completely on a cooling rack.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"cwp-food-nutrition\">\n<p><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-calories\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Calories: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">283<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">kcal<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-carbohydrates\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Carbohydrates: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">48<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-protein\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Protein: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">8<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-fat\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">7<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-saturated_fat\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Saturated Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">4<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-polyunsaturated_fat\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Polyunsaturated Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">1<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-monounsaturated_fat\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Monounsaturated Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">2<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-trans_fat\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Trans Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">0.2<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-cholesterol\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Cholesterol: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">18<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-sodium\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Sodium: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">778<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-potassium\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Potassium: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">380<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-fiber\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Fiber: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">4<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-sugar\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Sugar: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">11<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-vitamin_a\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Vitamin A: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">233<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">IU<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-calcium\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Calcium: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">107<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-iron\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Iron: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">3<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"cwp-food-nutrition__disclaimer has-min-font-size\">Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an 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