Traditional Brown Irish Soda Bread
Experience the warm, rustic charm of **Traditional Brown Irish Soda Bread**, a time-honored recipe that's as simple as it is satisfying. Made with hearty wholemeal flour, a touch of all-purpose flour, and the tangy richness of buttermilk, this quick bread skips the yeast in favor of baking soda for a no-fuss rise. In just under an hour, you’ll have a golden, crusty loaf with a tender crumb and the distinctive nutty flavor of Irish brown bread. Perfect as an accompaniment to soups, stews, or simply slathered with butter, this easy-to-make recipe brings the taste of Ireland to your table. Whether for St. Patrick’s Day or an everyday treat, this soda bread is a wholesome, crowd-pleasing addition to any meal.
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Ingredients
- 300 g Wholemeal flour
- 200 g All-purpose flour
- 1 tsp Baking soda
- 1 tsp Salt
- 400 ml Buttermilk
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 200°C (390°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Step 2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the wholemeal flour, all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt. Mix well to distribute the baking soda evenly.
Step 3
Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients and pour in the buttermilk.
Step 4
Using your hands or a wooden spoon, gently mix the ingredients until they come together to form a dough. Avoid over-mixing to keep the bread tender.
Step 5
Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and shape it into a round disk about 2 inches (5 cm) thick.
Step 6
Place the dough onto the prepared baking sheet and use a sharp knife to cut a deep cross into the top of the dough. This allows the bread to expand as it bakes.
Step 7
Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the bread is golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped on the bottom.
Step 8
Remove the bread from the oven and allow it to cool on a wire rack for at least 15 minutes before slicing.
Step 9
Serve warm or at room temperature with butter or your favorite spreads. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (917.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2003.8 |
| Total Fat 23.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 9.3g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.8g | |
| Cholesterol 45.4mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1710.4mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 388.8g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 37.5g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 21.8g | |
| Protein 72.9g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 214.5IU | 0% |
| Calcium 600.6mg | 0% |
| Iron 20.2mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1986.3mg | 0% |
Source of Calories