Irish Applesauce Soda Bread

Embrace the comforting flavors of Ireland with this delightful Irish Applesauce Soda Bread! A wholesome twist on the classic soda bread, this easy recipe swaps traditional butter with unsweetened applesauce, delivering a moist, subtly sweet loaf that's perfect for breakfast or teatime. The combination of tangy buttermilk and fragrant applesauce creates a tender crumb, while a scattering of optional raisins adds bursts of natural sweetness. A light sprinkle of rolled oats on top enhances its rustic charm. Ready in just an hour, including prep and bake time, this no-yeast bread is the perfect quick bake for cozy family gatherings or a delicious accompaniment to hearty soups. Slice it warm and serve with butter, jam, or honey for a taste of homestyle Irish baking.

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 3 cups All-purpose flour
• 0.25 cups Granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon Baking soda
• 0.75 teaspoons Salt
• 1 cups Unsweetened applesauce
• 0.75 cups Buttermilk
• 1 large Egg
• 0.5 cups Raisins (optional)
• 2 tablespoons Rolled oats (for topping, optional)

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, sugar, baking soda, and salt until well combined.

Step 3

In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the applesauce, buttermilk, and egg until smooth.

Step 4

Gradually add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients, stirring gently with a spatula or wooden spoon until just combined. Do not overmix.

Step 5

If using raisins, fold them into the dough at this stage.

Step 6

Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface. The dough will be sticky, so lightly flour your hands to shape it into a round loaf.

Step 7

Place the loaf onto the prepared baking sheet. Using a sharp knife, score a deep “X” into the top of the dough to allow it to expand while baking.

Step 8

Sprinkle the top with rolled oats, if desired, for added texture and visual appeal.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until the bread is golden brown and a skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 10

Remove from the oven and let the bread cool for about 15 minutes on the baking sheet. Then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Step 11

Serve the bread plain or with butter and jam. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1001.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2121.9

Total Fat 19.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.4g
Cholesterol 239.7mg	0%
Sodium 3363.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 438.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.9g	0%
Total Sugars 133.7g
Protein 54.4g	0%

Vitamin D 148.9IU	0%
Calcium 354.3mg	0%
Iron 20.3mg	0%
Potassium 1568.6mg	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: 8.0%

Protein: 10.2%

Carbs: 81.9%