Quick & Easy Irish Soda Bread

Irish Soda Bread, a vegetarian-friendly recipe perfect for any occasion. This traditional Irish bread features a crispy crust and a soft, moist interior, making it an ideal companion for soups, stews, or simply enjoyed with butter. Please note, this recipe contains gluten and dairy.

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Recipe Collection: Bread

Serving Size: 8

Cooking Time: 45 minutes

Overview

This Amazingly Easy Irish Soda Bread is a simple and quick recipe that uses basic ingredients to create a delicious, traditional bread. With a crispy crust and a soft, moist interior, it's perfect for any occasion, especially St. Patrick's Day.

Diet Type

Vegetarian

Allergies

Gluten, Dairy

Cuisine

Irish

Ingredients

• 4 Cups all-purpose flour
• 4 Tablespoons (tbsp) white sugar
• 1 Teaspoon (tsp) baking soda
• 1 Tablespoon (tbsp) baking powder
• 0.5 Teaspoon (tsp) salt
• 0.5 Cup butter, softened
• 1 Cup buttermilk
• 1 Large egg
• 0.25 Cup butter, melted
• 0.25 Cup buttermilk

Steps

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a large baking sheet or line it with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Mix well.
3. Cut in the softened butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together 1 cup of buttermilk and the egg.
5. Stir the buttermilk mixture into the flour mixture until just combined. The dough will be sticky.
6. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead it slightly. Form the dough into a round loaf and place it on the prepared baking sheet.
7. In a small bowl, combine the melted butter and 0.25 cup of buttermilk. Brush the loaf with this mixture.
8. Use a sharp knife to cut an 'X' into the top of the loaf.
9. Bake in the preheated oven for 30 to 45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the loaf comes out clean.
10. Allow the bread to cool slightly before slicing. Serve warm or at room temperature.