Description
This Easy Irish Soda Bread Recipe is a delightful, quick bread that’s perfect for beginners. Its tender crumb and slightly sweet, buttery flavor make it a wonderful addition to any meal.
Ingredients
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4 cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon granulated sugar
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 cups buttermilk (add more as needed)
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
melted
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking soda, and salt until well combined.
- Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients and pour in the buttermilk and melted butter. Stir until a sticky dough forms, adding more buttermilk if necessary.
- Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and gently knead it for a minute or two until it comes together.
- Shape the dough into a round loaf and place it on the prepared baking sheet. Cut a deep cross into the top of the loaf.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until the bread is golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped on the bottom.
- Cool on a wire rack before slicing and serving.
Notes
For best results, ensure your baking soda is fresh. You can serve this bread warm with butter or enjoy it with your favorite soups and stews.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 220 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 320 mg
- Fat: 6 g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 36 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg
Keywords: Irish Soda Bread, Easy Bread Recipe, Quick Bread, Homemade Bread