Treacle Bread

Discover the rustic charm of homemade treacle bread—a traditional Irish favorite that blends hearty wholemeal and all-purpose flours with the rich, bittersweet flavor of black treacle (molasses). This no-yeast bread recipe is delightfully simple, coming together in just 10 minutes of prep before baking to golden perfection. Buttermilk adds a subtle tang and ensures a moist, tender crumb, while a quick scoring of the dough gives the loaf an inviting, artisanal finish. Perfectly suited for breakfast or afternoon tea, this wholesome bread pairs beautifully with butter, jam, or honey for a comforting and nourishing treat. Bake a loaf of treacle bread today and savor the taste of classic Irish baking—no yeast, no fuss, all flavor.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 375 grams All-purpose flour
• 125 grams Wholemeal flour
• 1 teaspoon Baking soda
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 400 milliliters Buttermilk
• 3 tablespoons Black treacle (molasses)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 190°C (375°F). Grease and lightly flour a loaf tin or line it with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, wholemeal flour, baking soda, and salt. Mix well to ensure the baking soda is evenly distributed.

Step 3

In a separate bowl or large jug, whisk together the buttermilk and black treacle until the treacle is fully dissolved.

Step 4

Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients and pour in the buttermilk-treacle mixture.

Step 5

Using a wooden spoon or your hands, mix the ingredients until a sticky dough forms. Be careful not to overmix.

Step 6

Transfer the dough to the prepared loaf tin and spread it out evenly, smoothing the top with the back of a spoon or spatula.

Step 7

Using a sharp knife, cut a deep cross into the top of the dough. This helps the bread rise evenly while baking.

Step 8

Place the loaf tin in the preheated oven and bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the bread is well-risen and has a golden-brown crust.

Step 9

To check doneness, insert a skewer into the center of the loaf. If it comes out clean, the bread is ready.

Step 10

Remove the bread from the oven and allow it to cool in the tin for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 11

Slice and serve with butter or jam, or enjoy it on its own.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	968.1 grams (968.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2176

Total Fat 20.50g	26%
Saturated Fat 8.90g	45%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.80g
Cholesterol 45mg	15%
Sodium 4081mg	177%
Total Carbohydrate 429.60g	156%
Dietary Fiber 23.60g	84%
Total Sugars 54.70g
Protein 68.30g	137%

Vitamin D 215IU	1073%
Calcium 659mg	51%
Iron 24mg	134%
Potassium 2124mg	45%

*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: 8.5%

Protein: 12.6%

Carbs: 79.0%