Description
A quick and easy bread that relies on the reaction between baking soda and buttermilk, making it a staple in Irish households.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp salt
- 1.75 cups full-fat buttermilk
- 1 tbsp cold butter (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) and place a cast-iron skillet or baking stone inside to heat up.
- Prepare the dry ingredients by whisking together flour, baking soda, and salt in a large bowl.
- Incorporate the cold butter into the flour mixture until it resembles breadcrumbs (optional).
- Add the buttermilk into a well made in the center of the flour mixture.
- Mix the dough gently until a shaggy texture forms, being careful not to overmix.
- Shape the dough into a disk approximately 1.5 to 2 inches thick on a floured surface.
- Transfer the dough to the hot skillet or baking sheet and cut a deep ‘X’ on top.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30 to 35 minutes until golden brown.
- Cool the bread slightly before slicing and enjoy warm.
Notes
Serve with butter, cheese, or as a side for stews. Store in an airtight container to keep fresh.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Irish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: Irish soda bread, quick bread, baking, traditional recipes, homemade bread