Irish Soda Bread
Servings: 16 Servings
Ingredients
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- ⅓ cup granulated sugar use less for a less sweet bread
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ¾ cup unsalted butter cold, cubed
- 1 cup raisins optional
- 1 tablespoon caraway seeds optional
- 1 ⅓ cups buttermilk (See note)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350℉ (175℃). Grease a baking sheet or line with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking soda, and salt.4 cups all-purpose flour, ⅓ cup granulated sugar, 1 teaspoon baking soda, 1 teaspoon salt
- Cut in the butter using a pastry cutter, two forks, or your hands until the mixture resembles coarse cornmeal.¾ cup unsalted butter
- Stir in the raisins and caraway seeds if using.1 cup raisins, 1 tablespoon caraway seeds
- Slowly add the buttermilk, stirring until a stiff dough forms. If the dough is too sticky, add one to two tablespoons of flour.1 ⅓ cups buttermilk
- Form the dough into a round loaf and place it on the prepared baking sheet.
- Use a sharp knife to score an “X” on top of the dough.
- Bake for 50 to 60 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Transfer the bread to a wire rack and let it cool completely before slicing.
Notes
- Servings: The calories listed are an approximation based on the ingredients in the recipe card and a serving size of 1 slice (1/16) of bread. Actual calories will vary.
- Handling the Dough: Soda bread dough is more like biscuit dough. Avoid overmixing and stir just until combined. The dough will be slightly tacky.
- Buttermilk Substitute: Make sour milk by adding 1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon of lemon juice or white vinegar to the milk. Let it sit for 5–10 minutes until slightly thickened and curdled.
- Baking Pan Options: You can use a baking sheet, cast iron skillet, or cake pan. Make sure to grease or line it with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
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Storage:
- Room Temperature: Store in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
- Refrigeration: Wrap tightly and refrigerate for up to 1 week.
- Freezing: Wrap in plastic wrap and foil; freeze for up to 2 months. Thaw at room temperature or warm in the oven.
Nutrition Facts
Irish Soda Bread
Serving Size
1 slice
Amount per Serving
Calories
247
% Daily Value*
Fat
10
g
15
%
Saturated Fat
6
g
30
%
Trans Fat
0.3
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
1
g
Monounsaturated Fat
2
g
Cholesterol
25
mg
8
%
Sodium
306
mg
13
%
Potassium
143
mg
4
%
Carbohydrates
36
g
12
%
Fiber
2
g
8
%
Sugar
5
g
6
%
Protein
4
g
8
%
Vitamin A
300
IU
6
%
Vitamin C
1
mg
1
%
Calcium
35
mg
4
%
Iron
2
mg
11
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
