Irish Soda Bread

5 from 1 vote

Irish soda bread is a beloved traditional recipe that captures the essence of Irish cuisine with its simplicity and heartiness. This no-fuss bread requires just a few basic ingredients, and pairs wonderfully with butter, jam, or as a side to any meal.

Prep Time10

Cook Time40

Cool time15

Total Time1 5

Course: Bread

Cuisine: Irish

Keyword: #baking, holiday recipe,, side dish

Servings:

Calories: 194kcal

Ingredients

4 cups all-purpose flour
2 tsp kosher salt
1 tbsp sugar
1 tsp baking soda
1 lg egg
1¾ cup buttermilk
2 tbsp butter melted

Instructions

Preheat oven to 400°F. Grease a cast iron skillet or a shallow baking dish with butter.
In a large bowl whisk together the flour, salt, sugar, and baking soda.
In a medium bowl beat together the buttermilk and egg, then stir in the melted butter.
Using a rubber spatula, stir the liquid ingredients into the dry ingredients until combined, don’t overwork the dough. The dough will be very sticky.
Sprinkle a little the dough with a little flour, and lightly dust your hands with flour. Quickly shape the dough into a ball, and place it in the cast iron skillet. Cut an X into the top of the dough using a sharp knife.
Bake for 35-40 minutes or until golden brown. *Internal temperature should be 190°F.
Remove from oven and place on a cooling rack. Let the bread cool for 15 minutes before slicing.

Notes

Helpful Tips:

Don't overmix: Overworking the dough will result in a dense loaf.
Buttermilk substitute: If you don't have buttermilk, mix 1¾ cups of regular milk with a tablespoon of lemon juice or white vinegar and let it sit for 5 minutes before using.
Check for doneness: If you're unsure if the bread is done, use a thermometer. The internal temperature should reach 190°F (88°C).

*The Nutritional Facts that have been calculated on this recipe are only estimates.

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