Cranberry Soda Bread with Lime Glaze

Brighten up your baking routine with this irresistible Cranberry Soda Bread with Lime Glaze, a unique twist on traditional Irish soda bread. Featuring tender, golden crusted bread studded with sweet-tart dried cranberries, this recipe is as flavorful as it is simple to make—no yeast or rising times required! The real showstopper, however, is the zesty lime glaze, drizzled over the warm loaf to create a tangy-sweet finish that perfectly complements the cranberries. Ready in just over an hour, this easy soda bread is perfect for brunch, holiday gatherings, or even a quick midweek treat. Serve it warm or at room temperature for a crowd-pleasing bake that’s both rustic and refined. Don't forget to search for more creative soda bread recipes to complete your baking repertoire!

Nutriscore Rating: 53/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 0.5 cup granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter (cold and cubed)
• 1 cup dried cranberries
• 1.25 cups buttermilk
• 1 egg (large)
• 0.75 cup powdered sugar
• 2 tablespoons lime juice (freshly squeezed)
• 1 teaspoon lime zest (finely grated)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.

Step 3

Add the cubed cold butter to the dry ingredients and use a pastry cutter or your fingers to mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 4

Stir in the dried cranberries to distribute them evenly throughout the mixture.

Step 5

In a separate bowl, whisk together the buttermilk and egg until well combined.

Step 6

Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Using a wooden spoon or spatula, gently stir the mixture until a shaggy dough forms. Be careful not to overmix.

Step 7

Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead it just a few times until it holds together. Shape it into a round loaf approximately 7 inches in diameter.

Step 8

Place the shaped dough onto the prepared baking sheet. Using a sharp knife, cut a 1/2-inch deep 'X' into the top of the loaf to help it bake evenly.

Step 9

Bake the bread in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 10

While the bread cools, prepare the lime glaze. In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, lime juice, and lime zest until smooth.

Step 11

Once the bread has cooled slightly but is still warm, drizzle the lime glaze over the top. Allow it to set for a few minutes before slicing.

Step 12

Serve warm or at room temperature. Store leftovers wrapped at room temperature for up to 2 days or freeze for longer storage.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1135.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3178.7

Total Fat 64.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 37.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.6g
Cholesterol 343.6mg	0%
Sodium 3345.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 592.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 19.8g	0%
Total Sugars 299.1g
Protein 53.9g	0%

Vitamin D 199.6IU	0%
Calcium 456.0mg	0%
Iron 18.3mg	0%
Potassium 989.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 18.3%

Protein: 6.8%

Carbs: 74.8%