Description
Traditional Irish Soda Bread is a cherished staple of Irish cuisine, known for its delightful crusty exterior and soft, tender interior. This rustic loaf is quick and easy to make, requiring no yeast, making it perfect for both novice bakers and experienced cooks alike. With just four simple ingredients—flour, buttermilk, baking soda, and salt—you can create a warm, comforting bread that pairs beautifully with meals or stands alone as a delicious snack. Ideal for St. Patrick’s Day celebrations or cozy family dinners, this soda bread will fill your home with the inviting aroma of freshly baked goods.
Ingredients
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- 3 1/2 cups unbleached all-purpose flour
- 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
- 3/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 1/2 cups buttermilk
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 450°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, salt, and baking soda until well combined.
- Create a well in the center of the dry ingredients and pour in the buttermilk. Stir gently with a wooden spoon until a shaggy dough forms.
- Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead lightly just until it comes together (about four times). Shape into a round loaf.
- Place on the prepared baking sheet, sprinkle lightly with flour, and make a deep X slash on top with a sharp knife.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes before reducing the temperature to 400°F for an additional 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Irish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (50g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 110mg
- Fat: 0.5g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg