Hobo Raisin Bread is a recipe that has been passed around for over a century, at least. 5 Ingredients not counting salt and water. ‘You just have to bake this bread’. So easy.
Hobo Raisin Bread is easy. Extreeeemely easy! It’s one of those recipes that’s been passed around forever by all the mothers and aunts because ‘you just had to bake this bread’.
There has never been any dairy involved. There are different versions as I did my research but none had eggs or butter. It bakes perfectly the way it is.
Humble, old timey and it’s just too delicious and easy to pass up.
The first five ingredients are 2 cups each which makes this quick bread fun to make too. Lots of raisins and it also toasts up perfectly.
This modernized recipe is no exception. Updated with coconut sugar all of the ingredients go into one bowl, mixed and then poured into a loaf pan to bake. That’s all you do!
It’s a dark sweet bread that is actually very cake like. Very moist and it works equally well as breakfast or dessert. After you give Hobo Raisin Bread a try I think you’ll be passing around the recipe too.
Hobo Raisin Bread
Hobo Raisin Bread is a recipe that has been passed around for half a century, at least. 5 Ingredients. 'You just have to bake this bread'.
Ingredients
- 2 cups raisins
- 2 cups all purpose flour
- 2 cups whole wheat pastry flour
- 2 cups coconut sugar
- 2 cups water
- 2 teaspoons baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
Instructions
Lightly grease a 5" X 9" Loaf Pan.
- Pour all of the ingredients into a large mixing bowl.
- Mix until just blended.
- Pour into the prepared pan.
- Bake at 350 for 1 hour.
- Cool on a rack for 15 minutes before removing from the pan.
- Remove from pan and let cool completely.
Recipe Notes
Store in airtight container or freeze.
The bread keeps a couple of weeks in the refrigerator or you could freeze it for a longer period of time in a rigid sided container. You can pre-slice it if you like.
See Preparing Food for the Freezer for exact directions for freezing.
Ginny McMeans says
It’s suppose to work 1 to 1 measurement Anna. I would love to hear how it goes but it should work.
Anna says
Do you think all purpose gluten free flour would work?
Ginny McMeans says
No Bianca but I’m sure you could.
Bianca says
Thanks!
Also, have you tried putting cinnamon in the bread? Would like to add some.
Ginny McMeans says
You can use white flour Bianca.
Bianca says
Do I need to use whole wheat pastry flour or can I just do 4 cups of white flour? I just don’t have any on hand. Thanks !
Armina Brackeen says
Thank you, Ginny.
I’m really enjoying your recipes for I have two adult children that are vegans and your recipes help me with cooking for them, and I enjoy this food, as well. Armina
Ginny McMeans says
I don’t but I found one for you Armina. Click here – https://gfbakingfree.com/hobo-bread-gluten-free-egg-free-and-yeast-free-delicious/
Armina Brackeen says
Do you have a gluten free alternative to this Hobo Raisin Bread?
Brandi says
This looks so good. I love that it’s only 5 ingredients.
Ginny McMeans says
So very sorry!
Megan says
Oooo I love that this doesn’t use egg since I’m allergic!
Tina Lindquist says
I have never heard of coconut sugar, how interesting. This looks easy AND delicious, going to have to try this!
Bintu | Recipes From A Pantry says
This looks very tasty – and how great that it only needs a handful of ingredients!
Vaughn says
Looks so delicious
Ginny McMeans says
I’m at a loss. I don’t get the tough part at all. And those were a lot of changes so it is crazy that it’s the same. I’m really sorry you’ve had such problems. There are variations of hobo bread. Maybe you could check on one of those on the internet. None of them should have eggs or dairy.
Gina says
This is perfect for a recipe in a jar gift, especially for teachers. Thanks for sharing!
Vicky @ Avocado Pesto says
I need to make this bread! Love that it is dairy free and has been around for generations!
Jeni @ Biscuits & Booze says
I remember this bread! I think my grandmother used to put applesauce in hers. I love that you posted this recipe. I’m going to have to bake this up. Nothing tastes better than nostalgia!
Elizabeth | The Recipe Revival says
This looks so yummy! There are so many raisins in every bite and I love it! 🙂
Jessica says
I’ve never heard of hobo bread before. Love how simple and easy this bread is!
Ginny McMeans says
I am jealous. Wish I was there with you!
Anonymous says
Made the bread can’t wait to have a slice