Step into the heart of Newfoundland’s culinary tradition with this delightful Sweet Bread recipe. Sourced from my treasured collection of Newfoundland community cookbooks from the 60s, 70s, and 80s, this recipe embodies the warm, homey flavors that define Newfoundland baking.
Sweet Bread is a beloved staple in Newfoundland kitchens, cherished for its light sweetness and tender crumb. This recipe combines simple pantry ingredients to create a loaf that’s perfect for breakfast, tea time, or any moment when you need a comforting bite. With a hint of cinnamon and a touch of nutmeg, this sweet bread offers a delightful aroma that fills your kitchen as it bakes.
What makes this recipe truly special is its connection to the past. Each loaf tells a story of community gatherings, family traditions, and the enduring love of homemade baking. As you knead the dough and watch it rise, you’re participating in a ritual that has brought joy to countless Newfoundlanders over the decades.
Whether you’re a seasoned baker or new to Newfoundland recipes, this sweet bread is a must-try. Its soft, slightly sweet slices are perfect with butter or jam, and it makes a fantastic gift for friends and family. Embrace the rich heritage of Newfoundland baking with this timeless recipe.
Sweet Bread Recipe:
- 18 cups flour
- 1 cup butter
- 1 cup molasses
- 1 3/4 cup sugar
- 1 pkg raisins
- 1 tsp cloves
- 1 tsp spice
- 1 tsp salt
- 3 tsp yeast
Put 1 cup warm water into a bowl.
Add 2 tsp sugar and 3 tsp yeast.
Melt butter in pan, put flour, sugar, raisins, cloves and salt into large pan and mix well.
Add butter, molasses and yeast mixture.
Mix well with hands, adding enough water to make smooth dough, not sticky.
Knead well.
When dough rises about 2 inches over the pan, punch down.
Once dough rises again, grease 6 bread pans and put two buns in a pan.
When it rises 2 or 3 inches over the pan, put into oven to bake about 1 1/2 hours over 250 degrees.
