Grits Bread

Transform your bread-baking game with this unique Grits Bread recipe—a Southern-inspired delight that’s perfect for any occasion! This one-of-a-kind loaf combines the rich, creamy texture of quick-cooking grits with a subtle sweetness from granulated sugar, creating a soft, tender crumb that's irresistibly comforting. Enhanced with buttery richness and a hint of milk, the dough is kneaded to perfection and baked until golden brown. With a preparation process that uses both traditional and modern techniques, this bread is ideal for breakfast spreads, hearty sandwiches, or served warm with a pat of butter. Perfect for fans of homemade bread and Southern cuisine, "grits bread" is a flavorful twist on classic baking, blending tradition with comfort food elegance.

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 cups Water
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.5 cups Quick-cooking grits
• 0.25 cups Granulated sugar
• 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 0.25 cups Whole milk
• 2.25 teaspoons Active dry yeast
• 0.25 cups Warm water (110°F/43°C)
• 4 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoons Vegetable oil

Directions

Step 1

In a medium saucepan, bring 2 cups of water to a boil and stir in the salt.

Step 2

Gradually add the quick-cooking grits, whisking constantly to avoid lumps. Lower the heat and cook for 5 minutes, stirring frequently, until thickened.

Step 3

Remove the grits from heat and stir in the granulated sugar and butter until fully melted and combined. Let the mixture cool for 10 minutes.

Step 4

Stir the whole milk into the cooled grits mixture until smooth.

Step 5

In a small bowl, combine the warm water (110°F/43°C) and active dry yeast. Let it sit for 5–10 minutes until the yeast is frothy.

Step 6

In a large mixing bowl, combine the grits mixture and the yeast mixture. Gradually add the all-purpose flour, 1 cup at a time, mixing until a soft dough forms.

Step 7

Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead for 8–10 minutes until smooth and elastic. Alternatively, use a stand mixer with a dough hook attachment for 5–6 minutes.

Step 8

Lightly grease a large bowl with the vegetable oil, place the dough in the bowl, and turn it to coat with oil. Cover with plastic wrap or a clean kitchen towel and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour, or until doubled in size.

Step 9

Punch down the risen dough and shape it into a loaf or divide it into rolls as desired. Place in a greased 9x5-inch loaf pan or on a baking sheet for rolls.

Step 10

Cover again and let the dough rise for 30 minutes in a warm spot until puffy.

Step 11

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 12

Bake the bread for 25–30 minutes, or until golden brown and the loaf sounds hollow when tapped on the bottom.

Step 13

Remove from the oven and let cool on a wire rack for at least 20 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1313.8 grams (1313.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2857

Total Fat 60.50g	78%
Saturated Fat 30.70g	154%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.90g
Cholesterol 131mg	44%
Sodium 1242mg	54%
Total Carbohydrate 510.80g	186%
Dietary Fiber 15.80g	56%
Total Sugars 54.50g
Protein 63.00g	126%

Vitamin D 27IU	134%
Calcium 190mg	15%
Iron 28mg	153%
Potassium 920mg	20%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 19.2%

Protein: 8.9%

Carbs: 72.0%