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Irish soda bread on cutting board

Traditional Irish Soda Bread – Easy Recipe

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Description

Indulge in the delightful taste of traditional Irish soda bread with our easy-to-follow recipe. This time-honored treat boasts a crusty exterior and a tender, flavorful interior, perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

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Bread Ingredients:
  • 4 cups of flour
  • 4 tbsp sugar
  • 1 tbsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 and 1/4 cups buttermilk
  • 1/2 cup softened butter (one stick)
  • 1 egg
Topping:
  • 1/4 cup butter, melted
  • 1/4 cup buttermilk

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees and line a cookie sheet with parchment paper. Set it aside.
  2. Using a stand mixer (affiliate link), add all dry bread ingredients to the bowl and whisk to combine.
  3. Add the wet bread ingredients to the bowl and use the paddle attachment to combine all ingredients well.
  4. Flour a clean surface and scoop the dough out to kneed for about 10 minutes. Dust it with more flour as needed. When it reaches a play dough consistency, it’s done.
  5. Form the dough into a loaf and place it on the lined cookie sheet. Using a small knife, cut a large deep X at the top of the dough to help it cook thoroughly.
  6. Bake for 15 minutes.
  7. Meanwhile, make the topping by melting the butter in a microwave-safe bowl. Add the buttermilk to the butter and mix together well.
  8. When the 15 minutes are done, take the bread out of the oven. Gently, brush some of the topping over the top and place it back in the oven for another 15 minutes. Keep the leftover glaze.
  9. After 15 minutes, take the bread out and brush it again with the topping. Place it back in the oven for a final 15 minutes.
  10. When that 15-minute is up, use a toothpick and check the middle of your bread. If it comes out clean it is done. If it doesn’t, top it again and put it back in for a final 10 minutes.
  11. Once done, let the bread rest for 20 minutes. Then serve with butter, jam, or your favorite soup.

Equipment

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  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 45 minutes
  • Category: side
  • Method: baking
  • Cuisine: Irish

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/6th loaf
  • Calories: 591
  • Sugar: 11.6 g
  • Sodium: 486.7 mg
  • Fat: 26.7 g
  • Carbohydrates: 76.2 g
  • Fiber: 2.3 g
  • Protein: 11.9 g
  • Cholesterol: 98.7 mg

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