Grandma’s Irish Soda Bread

Irish Soda Bread is a traditional Irish bread that dates back to the 19th century. It gets its name from the use of baking soda as a leavening agent instead of yeast.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 70 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 7.

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Grandma’s Irish Soda Bread

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: Irish Courses: Bread, Breakfast, Traditional Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 45 min Rest Time 10 min Total Time 1 hr 10 mins

Servings: 8 Calories: 2000

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 4 cup All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Baking soda
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Salt
• 1 cup Buttermilk
• ¹⁄₂ cup Raisins
• 1 large Egg
• 2 tablespoon Butter

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a large bowl, mix together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
3. Add the raisins and mix well.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the buttermilk and egg.
5. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
6. Transfer the dough onto a floured surface and knead lightly.
7. Shape the dough into a round loaf and place it on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
8. Cut a cross shape on the top of the loaf.
9. Melt the butter and brush it over the top of the loaf.
10. Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until the bread is golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped on the bottom.
11. Remove from the oven and let it cool on a wire rack for 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 250kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 4g7%

Total Carbohydrate 48g16%

Sugars 3g

Protein 6g12%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.