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Amazingly Easy Irish Soda Bread Recipe

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  • Author: Kimberly
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings
  • Category: Bread
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Irish

Description

Amazingly Easy Irish Soda Bread is a traditional, quick bread made with simple ingredients and no yeast, perfect for a cozy homemade treat. This rustic bread is soft on the inside with a crunchy crust, scored with a classic ‘X’ on top, and ready in under an hour.

Ingredients

Dry Ingredients

  • 4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients

  • 1 ¾ cups buttermilk

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 425°F (220°C). Lightly grease a baking sheet or line it with parchment paper to prevent the bread from sticking.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt until well combined to ensure even distribution of the leavening agent and seasoning.
  3. Add Buttermilk: Gradually pour in the buttermilk while stirring continuously until the mixture forms a soft dough that sticks together but is not too wet.
  4. Knead Dough: Transfer the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead gently for about 30 seconds. Be careful not to over-knead; just enough to create a smooth dough.
  5. Shape & Score: Form the dough into a round loaf and place it on the prepared baking sheet. Using a sharp knife, score a deep ‘X’ on the top of the loaf, which helps the bread expand while baking.
  6. Bake: Bake the bread in the preheated oven for 30-40 minutes until the crust is golden brown and the loaf sounds hollow when tapped on the bottom, indicating it is fully cooked.
  7. Cool & Serve: Allow the bread to cool slightly on a wire rack before slicing. Serve warm, optionally with butter or jam for added flavor.

Notes

  • Use cold buttermilk straight from the fridge for best results.
  • Do not over-knead the dough to maintain a tender crumb.
  • If you don’t have buttermilk, you can substitute by adding 1 ¾ cups of milk mixed with 1 tablespoon of lemon juice or vinegar, let it sit for 5 minutes before using.
  • Be sure to score the dough deeply to ensure proper oven spring and traditional appearance.
  • Store leftovers wrapped in a clean kitchen towel or in an airtight container to maintain freshness.
  • This bread is best eaten the day it’s baked but can be toasted the next day for freshness.

Find it online: https://slsrecipes.com/amazingly-easy-irish-soda-bread-recipe/