Easy Irish Soda Bread
A simple and comforting Irish Soda Bread recipe that doesn’t require yeast or long rising times. Perfect for brunch or as a side with stew.
- 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
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- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 3/4 cups buttermilk
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Mix the dry ingredients in a large mixing bowl: flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Incorporate the buttermilk into the dry mixture to form a shaggy dough.
- Knead the dough gently on a floured surface for about 1 minute.
- Shape the dough into a round shape and transfer it onto a lined baking sheet. Use a knife to score a deep “X” on top.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes until golden brown and hollow-sounding when tapped.
- Cool on a wire rack for at least 10 minutes before slicing.
Notes
Serve with a hearty slab of butter or pair with Irish stew. This bread freezes well; simply toast slices for quick breakfast.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 1g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Irish Soda Bread, baking, quick bread, comfort food
Find it online: https://flavorsbyclara.com/irish-soda-bread/