Description
Traditional Irish Soda Bread is a quick, rustic bread made without yeast. It’s known for its dense crumb, crispy crust, and tangy flavor from buttermilk. Perfect for pairing with sweet or savory toppings.
Ingredients
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 ¾ cups buttermilk
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly flour it.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Make a well in the center and pour in the buttermilk.
- Mix with a wooden spoon or hand until a soft dough forms. Do not overmix.
- Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead gently for about 30 seconds.
- Shape into a round loaf and place on the prepared baking sheet.
- Cut a deep “X” across the top of the loaf.
- Bake for 35–45 minutes, until golden and sounds hollow when tapped.
- Cool on a wire rack before slicing.
Notes
- Do not overmix or knead the dough too much.
- Add raisins or currants for a sweet variation.
- Whole wheat flour can be used for a heartier loaf.
- Substitute buttermilk by mixing milk with lemon juice or vinegar.
- Freeze slices for longer storage and reheat by toasting or baking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 1g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 2mg
