Air Fryer Boston Brown Bread — I love making bread. There’s something about watching dough rise and kneading it that brings me so much joy. That’s why I was so excited when I discovered How To Make Boston Brown Bread In The Air Fryer! You can have homemade bread quickly and easily with this recipe, plus you don’t need a stand mixer or even an oven! If you’re like me and enjoy baking, then read on to discover how easy it is to make this delicious treat.

Air Fryer Boston Brown Bread
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If you are a fan of bread, this Air Fryer Boston Brown Bread recipe is perfect for you. This recipe uses traditional ingredients that yield the delicious taste of brown bread with adding molasses, added fat, or oil. It’s simple to make and can be used as an appetizer or side dish at dinner time!

The Boston Brown Bread recipe is different from other brown bread because it uses molasses and raisins. This recipe will provide you with a detailed explanation of how to make this delicious treat in your air fryer!

All that’s left to do is try the recipe out at home and enjoy some tasty Boston Brown Bread for yourself!

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What Is Boston Brown Bread?

Boston Brown Bread is a type of bread made in homes throughout New England during the 1800s, and it’s still being made today. It’s known for its unique texture, which comes from steaming the batter rather than baking it. The result is a dense loaf with a pronounced molasses flavor. Let’s take a look at what makes Boston Brown Bread so unique!

Many people are familiar with Boston Brown Bread but do not know its name or its origin. It is a type of cornbread that originated in New England and was typically baked inside a metal can, forming a crust on all sides.

You can trace the history of Boston Brown Bread to Native Americans who used ground maize as an ingredient for bread and porridge made from berries. The Pilgrims then introduced this food to Europe when they settled in Plymouth Colony around 1620. This hearty dish became popular among American colonists during the 18th century because wheat flour was scarce, making cornmeal easier to find than flour which led many homes to have their version of this classic recipe.

Ingredients Needed For Air Fryer Boston Brown Bread

Ingredients Needed For Air Fryer Boston Brown Bread
  • Whole Wheat Flour
  • Cornmeal
  • Baking Soda
  • Salt
  • Buttermilk
  • Molasses
  • Raisins

How To Make Air Fryer Boston Brown Bread

Air Fryer Boston Brown Bread
  1. In a large bowl, combine whole wheat flour, cornmeal, baking soda, and salt.
  2. Slowly pour in buttermilk and molasses and mix until dough forms. Gently fold in raisins.
  3. Turn dough out onto a floured surface a knead for a few minutes.
Air Fryer Boston Brown Bread

4. Grease the sides of the air fryer basket and line the bottom with parchment paper. Place dough into the air fryer basket on top of the parchment paper and score the top with a sharp knife.

5. Set the air fryer to 350˚F and cook for 25 minutes, or until a toothpick is inserted into the center and comes out clean.

6. Remove bread from the air fryer. Leave to cool for at least 15 minutes before slicing in pieces.

Air Fryer Boston Brown Bread

All-Purpose vs. Whole Wheat Flour:

I think we all know that there are different types of flour you can use in baking. But, what is the difference between whole wheat and all-purpose?

Whole wheat has more nutrients than white flour does because it includes the germ and outer layers of the grain. It also has a more robust flavor and gives baked goods a chewier texture.

Whole wheat has been used for centuries with Boston Brown Bread, and it helps give it its distinctive flavor.

Some Other Add-In’s For Brown Bread:

Brown bread is a favorite of mine. I love it so much that I have even started making brown bread muffins in my air fryer. There are many different ways to make this classic bread recipe, but one thing always remains the same. But did you know there are other add-ins for brown bread? Here are some of the most popular!

  • Coriander Seeds
  • Caraway Seeds
  • Sunflower Seeds
  • Pumpkin Seeds
  • Brown Flaxseed
  • Golden Flaxseed

Why Is My Dough The Wrong Consistency?

What is the correct consistency for a dough? For some, it might be too firm or too sticky.

Mastering the art of baking bread can be challenging, but it doesn’t need to feel like a daunting task. If you have never made bread before, you may think you need to follow a recipe, but that’s not true.

You must learn how different ingredients and conditions impact your final product. The trick is to know our bread and what it should feel like. You should be asking yourself if this bread to dry or too wet. If it’s too dry, you add some more water, but you will need to add more flour if it’s too wet.

Air Fryer Boston Brown Bread

How To Score The Bread

Every baker knows that scoring bread is a crucial part of the baking process. The score lines allow for heat and gases to escape from the dough, which can cause it to rise too quickly and collapse during the bake cycle.

Scoring also helps create an attractive finish on your loaf of bread! There are two methods for scoring:

  1. Using a sharp knife (or paring knife) to store the bread
  2. Using a pair of scissors to cut lines in the bread.

To score the bread, cut about a 1/4 inch line in the bread, usually designed as an X into the bread.

Storage Instructions:

Some people may be surprised to learn that homemade bread can go bad before it’s been eaten. The reason for this is that there are no preservatives in the dough. My advice is that you really should eat this bread, about 1 to 2 days after air frying.

For best results, place the leftover bread into an airtight container or use a bread box.

Freezer Instructions:

This bread does not freeze and thaws well, and it tends to get soggy as it defrosts.

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Air Fryer Boston Brown Bread

Air Fryer Boston Brown Bread

5 from 5 votes
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
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Total Time: 35 minutes
Servings: 6 Servings

Description

Air Fryer Boston Brown Bread — I love making bread. There's something about watching dough rise and kneading it that brings me so much joy. That's why I was so excited when I discovered How To Make Boston Brown Bread In The Air Fryer! You can have homemade bread quickly and easily with this recipe, plus you don't need a stand mixer or even an oven! If you're like me and enjoy baking, then read on to discover how easy it is to make this delicious treat.

Ingredients 

  • 1 1/2 cup whole wheat flour
  • 1/2 cup cornmeal
  • 3/4 teaspoon baking soda
  • 3/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1/3 cup molasses
  • 1/2 cup raisins

Instructions

  • In a large bowl, combine whole wheat flour, cornmeal, baking soda and salt.
  • Slowly pour in buttermilk and molasses and mix until dough forms. Gently fold in raisins
  • Turn dough out onto a floured surface a knead for a few minutes.
  • Grease the sides of the air fryer basket and line bottom with parchment paper. Place dough into the air fryer basket on top of the parchment paper and score the top with a sharp knife.
  • Set the air fryer to 350˚F, air fryer setting, and cook for 25 minutes, or until a toothpick is inserted into the centre and comes out clean.
  • Remove bread from air fryer. Leave to cool for at least 15 minutes before slicing in pieces.
  • Plate, serve, and enjoy!

Equipment

  • Air Fryer

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 268kcalCarbohydrates: 57gProtein: 7gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 4mgSodium: 481mgPotassium: 579mgFiber: 5gSugar: 16gVitamin A: 69IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 99mgIron: 3mg

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