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Irish Soda Bread Recipe

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4.2 from 64 reviews

  • Author: Amelia
  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: 1 loaf (8–10 slices)
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A traditional Irish soda bread with a tender crumb and crisp crust. Made without yeast, this rustic bread comes together quickly and pairs beautifully with butter and jam, making it a perfect quick bread for any occasion.

Ingredients

Dry Ingredients

  • 4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon salt

Butter

  • 4 tablespoons cold butter, cubed

Wet Ingredients

  • 1 3/4 cups buttermilk

Optional

  • 1/2 cup raisins (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven and Prepare Baking Sheet: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking soda, and salt until evenly combined.
  3. Incorporate Butter: Cut the cold, cubed butter into the flour mixture using a pastry cutter or your fingers until it resembles coarse crumbs, which helps create a tender crumb.
  4. Add Raisins (Optional): Stir in the raisins if you’re using them for a bit of sweetness and texture.
  5. Combine with Buttermilk: Gradually pour in the buttermilk, mixing with a spoon or your hands just until the dough comes together — be careful not to overmix to keep the bread light.
  6. Shape the Dough: Turn the dough onto a floured surface and gently shape it into a round loaf, ensuring it’s compact but not overworked.
  7. Score the Bread: Place the loaf on your prepared baking sheet and cut a deep cross into the top; this traditional step allows the bread to expand evenly while baking.
  8. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 40–45 minutes until the crust is golden brown and the loaf sounds hollow when tapped on the bottom.
  9. Cool Before Slicing: Remove the bread from the oven and allow it to cool on a wire rack before slicing to finish setting the crumb.

Notes

  • Do not overmix the dough to avoid a tough bread texture.
  • Serve warm with salted butter for the best flavor experience.
  • Store the bread wrapped at room temperature for up to 2 days to maintain freshness.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 45 minutes
  • Category: Bread
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Irish

Find it online: https://justsosweet.com/irish-soda-bread-recipe-2/