Description
St. Patrick’s Classic Irish Soda Bread is a quick and delightful treat, perfect for any occasion. Its warm, tender texture and buttery flavor will have everyone coming back for more.
Ingredients
- All-Purpose Flour
- Baking Soda
- Salt
- Buttermilk
- Unsalted Butter
- Dried Fruit (Optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) and prepare a baking sheet.
- In a mixing bowl, combine flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Add buttermilk and melted butter; mix gently until just combined.
- Turn dough onto a floured surface, knead lightly for 5-6 times.
- Shape the dough into a round loaf and score an ‘X’ on top.
- Bake for 30 minutes until golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped.
Notes
- For added sweetness, consider incorporating raisins or currants.
- Use whole wheat flour for a heartier texture.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Irish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (40g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 5mg