Description
Irish Soda Bread is a traditional quick bread that requires no yeast. This easy-to-make bread is a staple in Irish cuisine, featuring a slightly sweet flavor and a tender crumb. Perfect for serving warm with butter and jam.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients:
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients:
- 1 ¾ cups buttermilk
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar (optional)
- 1 cup raisins or currants (optional)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted (for brushing)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Mix dry ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, and sugar (if using). Add raisins or currants if desired.
- Add wet ingredients: Make a well in the center and pour in the buttermilk. Mix until a sticky dough forms.
- Knead and shape: Transfer the dough to a floured surface, knead lightly, shape into a round loaf, and place on the baking sheet.
- Score and bake: Score an “X” on top, brush with melted butter, and bake for 35–40 minutes until golden brown.
- Cool and serve: Let the bread cool slightly before slicing and serving.
Notes
- For a savory version, omit sugar and raisins, and add herbs or cheese.
- Best served warm with butter and jam.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Irish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
