Irish Soda Bread
Irish Soda Bread is a classic, no-yeast bread that's quick and easy to make. With a dense, slightly crumbly texture, it's perfect for soaking up soups, stews, or enjoying with butter. Simple ingredients like flour, baking soda, buttermilk, and salt come together to create a hearty, comforting loaf.
Ingredients
- 1 Cup Flour
- 1 Cup Whole wheat flour
- ⅓ Cup Black raisins
- ¼ Cup Sugar
- 1 Cup Buttermilk or milk
- ½ teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Baking soda
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine all the dry ingredients, including the flour, whole wheat flour, sugar, salt, and baking soda. Stir until evenly blended.
- Add the milk or buttermilk to the dry ingredients and mix until a dough forms. Knead the dough gently on a lightly floured surface until it comes together.
- Rinse the raisins thoroughly, then add them to the dough. Knead again briefly to incorporate the raisins evenly.
- Place the dough in a greased or lined mold, shaping it as needed. Let it rest at room temperature for about 20 minutes to settle.
- Preheat the oven to 360°F (180°C). Bake the bread for 35 minutes, or until it is golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped on the bottom.
- Allow the bread to cool slightly before slicing. Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
Measure Accurately: Ensure precise measurement of dry and wet ingredients to achieve the correct dough consistency. Too much flour can make the bread dry, while too little can make it too sticky.
Don’t Overwork the Dough: Mix and knead the dough gently to avoid developing too much gluten, which can result in a tough texture.
Use Cold Ingredients: Keep the buttermilk or milk cold to maintain the traditional soda bread texture.
Nutrition
Calories: 168kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 5gFat: 2gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.3gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.3gCholesterol: 3mgSodium: 316mgPotassium: 162mgFiber: 2gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 51IUVitamin C: 0.3mgCalcium: 44mgIron: 1mg
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