Description
Experience the comforting embrace of homemade Irish soda bread! This warm, crusty bread is a delightful treat that pairs perfectly with butter, soups, or stews. With its unique sweet and nutty flavor, it’s the ideal companion for a cozy gathering or a chilly day. Quick to prepare and easy for beginner bakers, this Irish soda bread recipe will fill your kitchen with an irresistible aroma that beckons everyone to gather around the table.
Ingredients
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- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 ¾ cups buttermilk
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 cup raisins or caraway seeds (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Create a well in the center and add buttermilk and melted butter. Mix gently until just combined.
- Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead lightly for about 30 seconds.
- Shape the dough into a round loaf about 1-2 inches thick and transfer it to the baking sheet.
- Score an 'X' on top of the loaf with a sharp knife.
- Bake for approximately 30 minutes or until golden brown and hollow when tapped. Cool on a wire rack before slicing.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Irish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (75g)
- Calories: 185
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 15mg