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Traditional Irish Soda Bread
50 mintime
Easydifficulty
8Servings
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Nutrition facts
280 kcalCalories
8 gProtein
45 gCarbs
6 gFat

Per serving · Approximate values estimated by AI

BreadIrish Cuisine

Traditional Irish Soda Bread

Traditional dish · Irish

A classic, rustic Irish soda bread made with simple ingredients. It has a dense crumb and a slightly tangy flavor from the buttermilk, with a characteristic cross cut on top.

Ingredients

Servings8
  • All-purpose flour4 cups
  • Baking soda1 teaspoon
  • Salt1 teaspoon
  • Buttermilk1.5 cups
  • Sugar1 tablespoon

Steps

  1. 1

    Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Lightly grease a baking sheet or cast iron skillet.

  2. 2

    In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, and sugar.

  3. 3

    Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients and pour in the buttermilk.

  4. 4

    Mix with a wooden spoon or your hands until just combined. Do not overmix; the dough should be soft and slightly sticky.

  5. 5

    Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and gently shape it into a round loaf.

  6. 6

    Place the loaf on the prepared baking sheet. Cut a deep cross into the top of the dough with a sharp knife.

  7. 7

    Bake for 15 minutes at 425°F (220°C), then reduce the oven temperature to 375°F (190°C) and bake for another 30-35 minutes, or until the loaf is golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped on the bottom.

  8. 8

    Let cool completely on a wire rack before slicing.

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