Description
Experience the warm, comforting taste of homemade Irish soda bread. This easy recipe delivers a rustic loaf perfect for any meal or gathering.
Ingredients
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- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 3/4 cups buttermilk
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted)
- Optional: raisins or caraway seeds for added flavor
Instructions
- Preheat your 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 dry ingredients; pour in buttermilk and melted butter. Stir gently until just combined.
- Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead lightly about 5-6 times.
- Shape into a round loaf approximately 1-inch thick. Cut a deep cross into the top.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes until golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped on the bottom.
- Cool slightly before slicing and serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Irish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (45g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 230mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
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