Serving Details
- Yields: 1 loaf
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
Recipe Description
This classic Irish soda bread is a simple and delicious quick bread. It’s perfect for breakfast, lunch, or a snack.
Ingredients
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 1/2 cups buttermilk
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 190°C (375°F).
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, and sugar.
- Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients and pour in the buttermilk and melted butter.
- Mix until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
- Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and shape into a round loaf.
- Place the loaf on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Cut a cross into the top of the loaf with a sharp knife.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let cool on a wire rack before slicing.
Tips
- For a richer flavor, you can add some dried fruit or nuts to the dough.
- To serve, you can slather the bread with butter and jam or honey.
- Store the bread in an airtight container at room temperature.
Nutritional Information (Approximate per slice):
- Calories: 150
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
- Sodium: 200mg
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Sugar: 3g
- Protein: 3g