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Irish Soda Bread Recipe

Irish Soda Bread Recipe
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This traditional Irish Soda Bread is a versatile and delicious treat that can be enjoyed as a side dish, snack, or with your favorite spread. With a crispy crust and tender crumb, this bread is perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

Irish Soda Bread Ingredients

  • 4 cups of flour
  • 1 and 1/4 cups buttermilk
  • 4 Tbsp. sugar
  • 1 Tbsp. baking powder
  • 1 tsp. baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp. salt
  • 1/2 cup softened butter (one stick) – salted
  • 1 egg

Glaze

  • 1/4 cup salted butter, melted
  • 1/4 cup buttermilk

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees.

    2. Mix together the dry ingredients: Flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Use a whisk to ensure thorough mixing.

  2. Add in the wet ingredients:

    3. Pour in the buttermilk, butter, and egg. Use a hand mixer to combine everything well.

  3. Knead the dough:

    4. Turn out the dough onto a floured surface and knead for about 10 minutes until it reaches a Playdough-like consistency. Dust with flour as needed.

  4. Shape the dough:

    5. Form the dough into a loaf shape and place it on a cookie sheet lined with parchment paper to prevent overcooking the bottom.

  5. Cut an X into the top of the dough:

    6. This helps the dough cook evenly.

  6. Bake the bread:

    7. Bake for 15 minutes.

  7. Make the glaze:

    8. Melt the butter and mix with buttermilk. Brush the glaze over the bread.

  8. Return to the oven:

    9. Bake for another 15 minutes, then glaze again, and bake for a final 15 minutes. Check for doneness with a toothpick.

  9. Rest and serve:

    10. Let the bread rest before serving with butter, jam, or alongside a stew or soup.

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