MOLASSES TEA BREAD

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I saw this on NBC a few days ago and knew I had to place it here for safe keeping. It looked great. This bread stores well and picks up flavor when wrapped with a rum-soaked cloth. To store, dip a 12- to 14-inch square of muslin or cheesecloth into a cup holding 2 or 3 tablespoons dark rum, wetting the fabric all over. Squeeze out the excess rum, wrap the molasses bread with the dampened cloth and store the bread in a tin canister, or wrap with foil and store in a dark place.

Provided by Ceezie

Categories Quick Breads

Time 1h15m

Yield 1 loaf

Number Of Ingredients 15

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Ingredients

3/4 cup vegetable oil (such as grapeseed, peanut, corn, coconut, or a mixture of the oils)
3 large eggs, at room temperature
3/4 cup dark molasses or 3/4 cup robust molasses
1/2 cup granulated sugar
3 -4 tablespoons finely chopped fresh ginger or 2 -3 teaspoons ground ginger
1 -2 teaspoon ground allspice
1 -2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 1/4 cups unbleached flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
3/4 cup buttermilk, at room temperature
1 cup chopped pecans or 1 cup walnuts
1 tablespoon flour
1 1/2 tablespoons crystallized sugar (such as Sugar In The Raw, (or more if desired)

Steps:

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Butter a 9 x 5 x 3-inch loaf pan, dust lightly with flour, shake out excess and set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the oil, eggs, molasses, sugar, ginger, allspice and cinnamon and beat vigorously with a whisk until well-blended.
Sift together the flour, salt, baking soda and baking powder. Add the flour and buttermilk alternately to the molasses mixture, stirring with a wooden spoon after each addition. Sprinkle the walnuts or pecans all over with the flour and then stir into the batter, mixing well.
Pour the batter into the prepared pan, and shake gently to settle the batter. Set the pan in the center of the hot oven on the lower rack. Bake the bread for 10 minutes and then scatter the top of the loaf evenly with the crystallized sugar.
Bake the molasses bread for 45 to 50 minutes or until it is brown and puffy and a knife or toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean but a little moist. Don't overbake the bread and dry it out; it should be moist.
Remove the pan from the oven and cool on a wire rack for 15 minutes. Run a metal spatula around the edge of the bread and turn out the bread onto a rack or board lined with a tea cloth or sheet of wax paper. Then, turn the bread upright and serve warm, if desired.

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Rafia Sultana

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I've tried many molasses tea bread recipes, but this one is by far the best! The bread is so moist and fluffy, and the molasses flavor is rich and delicious. I love the addition of the spices, which give it a warm and inviting flavor. Will definitely

gaule Kto

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This molasses tea bread is a new favorite in our household! It's so easy to make and always turns out perfect. The bread is moist and flavorful, with a wonderful molasses flavor. I love the addition of the spices, which give it a warm and inviting ta

Anup Giri

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Just made this bread and it's delicious! The molasses flavor is perfect, not too sweet and not too bitter. The bread is moist and fluffy, and the spices are just right. I will definitely be making this again!

Eva Kohlweck

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This bread is amazing! I've made it several times now and it always turns out perfect. The texture is moist and fluffy, with a slightly crispy crust. The molasses flavor is rich and delicious, and the spices add a warm and inviting touch. I highly re

Walker Chung

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This molasses tea bread is a must-try for any baker! It's incredibly moist and flavorful, with a perfect balance of sweetness and spice. The molasses gives it a rich, slightly caramelized flavor that pairs perfectly with the warm spices. I love servi

Sbusiso Shezi

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This bread is a hit with my family and friends! It's so easy to make and always turns out perfect. The molasses flavor is not overpowering, and the spices add a nice touch. I love serving it with a cup of tea or coffee for a cozy afternoon snack.

This molasses tea bread is a must-try! It's incredibly moist and flavorful, with a perfect balance of sweetness and spice. The molasses gives it a rich, slightly caramelized flavor that pairs perfectly with the warm spices. I love serving it with a c

patience madyangove

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Just tried this recipe and it's a winner! The molasses tea bread is moist, flavorful, and has a wonderful aroma. The molasses gives it a nice sweetness, and the spices add a warm touch. Will definitely be making this again soon!

Leon Jalasi

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This bread is a keeper! It's so easy to make and the results are amazing. The bread is moist and flavorful, with a perfect crumb. I love the molasses flavor, which is not too overpowering. Definitely a new favorite recipe!

sean diamond

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This is the best molasses tea bread I've ever had! The molasses flavor is rich and deep, and the bread is so moist and fluffy. I love the addition of the spices, which give it a warm and inviting flavor. Will definitely be making this again and again

MD MDAMINUL

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This bread was a hit at my holiday party! Everyone loved the moist texture and the molasses flavor. I will definitely be making this again for my next gathering.

Toad Hornay

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Just made this bread and it turned out great! I used a loaf pan instead of a bundt pan, and it still came out perfect. The flavor is amazing - not too sweet, with a hint of molasses and spice. Will definitely be making this again!

Bergur Logi √ìlafsson

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This molasses tea bread is absolutely divine! The texture is moist and fluffy, with a slightly crispy crust. The molasses gives it a rich, slightly sweet flavor that pairs perfectly with the warm spices. I added a little extra cinnamon and nutmeg, an

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