Recipe Card of Irish Soda Bread
Discover the charm of Irish cuisine with this Traditional Irish Soda Bread recipe. Perfectly crusty on the outside and tender inside, ideal for any meal.
Equipment
- 1 large mixing bowl
- 1 baking sheet or cast iron skillet
Ingredients list
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 ¾ cups buttermilk or more as needed
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Lightly flour a baking sheet or cast iron skillet.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add the buttermilk, stirring with a wooden spoon until the dough is too stiff to stir. Then, use your hands to gently knead the dough in the bowl just until it forms a cohesive ball. Add more buttermilk if the dough feels too dry.
- Transfer the dough to a floured surface and shape it into a round about 1 ½ inches thick. Transfer to your prepared baking sheet and cut a cross on top of the loaf using a sharp knife.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30-45 minutes, until the bread has risen and the top is golden brown. The bottom should have a hollow sound when tapped.
- Allow the bread to cool on a wire rack before slicing. Serve warm with butter or jam.
Notes
For a sweeter bread, mix in a handful of raisins or currants. This traditional bread pairs perfectly with hearty stews or soups.
Nutrition
Calories: 185kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 6gFat: 1gSaturated Fat: 0.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.2gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.3gSodium: 309mgPotassium: 82mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 10IUCalcium: 31mgIron: 2mg
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