Easy No-Yeast Irish Brown Bread - Whole Grain, Vegan Recipe
This easy Irish Brown Bread doesn’t require any yeast, making for a quick loaf. Traditionally using white flour, this healthy version uses whole grain oat flour for a slightly nutty flavor.
Preheat the oven to 375F. Line an 9x5-inch loaf pan with parchment.
Make the Vegan Buttermilk: Combine the almond milk with the vinegar in a small bowl. Set aside for 5-10 minutes, to let the almond milk curdle slightly.
Make the Vegan Flax “Egg”: Combine the ground flax meal and warm water in a small dish. Set aside for 5-10 minutes, until gooey and “egg-like”.
To make the Quick No-Yeast Irish Brown Bread: In a large bowl, whisk together the whole wheat flour, oat flour, baking soda, and salt. Add the flax “egg” to the bowl with the vegan buttermilk and whisk to combine. Add this wet mixture into the bowl with the flour. Use a wooden spoon to stir together, just until you have a rough dough.
Transfer this dough to a lightly-floured wood surface. Knead for a bit, just until the dough comes together to a smooth, cohesive mixture. Transfer to the parchment-lined loaf pan and use your hands to form into a loaf.
Bake for about 50 minutes, until the bread has risen about ½ inch. You’ll know it’s ready if you take it out of the pan and knock on the bottom – it should sound hollow. Let cool at least 10 minutes before slicing.