Description
Irish Soda Bread is a beloved staple of Irish cuisine, offering a delightful blend of simplicity and flavor. This quick bread, made without yeast, is incredibly easy to whip up and can be enjoyed warm from the oven in under an hour. With its golden crust and soft, tender crumb, each slice is perfect for breakfast with butter and jam or as an accompaniment to hearty soups and stews. The use of buttermilk gives this bread a subtle tang that beautifully balances the sweetness from sugar, making it irresistible. Whether you are celebrating St. Patrick’s Day or simply craving comfort food, this traditional Irish soda bread recipe will undoubtedly impress your family and friends.
Ingredients
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1¾ cups buttermilk
- 2 tablespoons sugar (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, and sugar until well combined.
- Create a well in the dry mixture and pour in the buttermilk; mix gently until just combined.
- Turn the dough onto a floured surface, knead lightly about five times, then shape it into a round loaf.
- Score an 'X' on top of the loaf with a knife and place it on the baking sheet.
- Bake for about 30 minutes until golden brown and hollow when tapped; cool slightly before slicing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Irish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 1g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg