Irish Soda Bread Recipe
Discover the history and flavors of Traditional Irish Soda Bread with this heritage recipe
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 1 loaf
- Category: Bread
- Cuisine: Irish
Ingredients
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- 4 cups of all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon of baking soda
- 1 teaspoon of salt
- 1 3/4 cups of buttermilk
- Optional: 1 cup of raisins or 1 tablespoon of caraway seeds
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C).
- Mix the flour, baking soda, and salt in a large bowl.
- Make a well in the center and pour in the buttermilk.
- Gently combine the ingredients to form a dough.
- Turn the dough onto a floured surface and shape it into a round loaf.
- Score an X on the top of the dough with a knife.
- Place the dough in a preheated cast-iron skillet or baking sheet.
- Bake for 30 minutes or until it sounds hollow when tapped on the bottom.
- Allow to cool before slicing.
Notes
Explore the tradition of Irish soda bread with this classic recipe and modern twists, perfect for seasoned bakers and kitchen newbies alike.