Irish Soda Bread
A traditional loaf of Irish Soda Bread, perfect for slathering with butter or using in family gatherings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Irish
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups of all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon of baking soda
- 1 teaspoon of salt
- 1 ¾ cups of buttermilk
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Mix the dry ingredients in a large mixing bowl: flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Add the buttermilk, making a well in the center of the dry ingredients.
- Shape the dough gently into a round loaf.
- Score the top with a deep cross using a sharp knife.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes until golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped.
- Cool on a wire rack for 10-15 minutes before slicing.
Notes
Serve warm with butter or jam. It pairs wonderfully with hearty stews.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 1g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Irish Soda Bread, quick bread, baking, comfort food, traditional recipes