Vegan Traditional Irish Wheaten Bread

Elevate your baking game with this Vegan Traditional Irish Wheaten Bread—a wholesome twist on a classic Irish staple. Packed with hearty wholemeal flour, this quick bread is naturally leavened with baking soda and enriched with a tangy vegan buttermilk blend made from oat milk and apple cider vinegar. The result is a beautifully dense yet tender loaf with a rustic charm, perfect for slicing and pairing with your favorite plant-based spreads. Rolled oats can be sprinkled on top for an extra layer of texture, while the traditional scored cross ensures even baking and an authentic touch. Ready in just 50 minutes, this easy, yeast-free recipe is ideal for beginners and brings comforting, homemade goodness to your table. Whether served warm with a bowl of soup or as a base for hearty sandwiches, this vegan Irish wheaten bread is a must-try for lovers of traditional flavors reimagined.

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 350 g Wholemeal flour
• 50 g All-purpose flour
• 1 tsp Baking soda
• 1 tsp Salt
• 1 tbsp Brown sugar
• 250 ml Oat milk (or other plant-based milk)
• 1 tbsp Apple cider vinegar
• 2 tbsp Rolled oats (optional, for topping)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F) and lightly grease a loaf tin or baking sheet.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the wholemeal flour, all-purpose flour, baking soda, salt, and brown sugar. Stir to evenly distribute the dry ingredients.

Step 3

In a small bowl, mix the oat milk and apple cider vinegar together. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes. This will create a vegan buttermilk substitute.

Step 4

Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients and slowly pour in the vegan buttermilk mixture. Use a wooden spoon to stir until it forms a sticky dough. Take care not to overmix, as this can make the bread dense.

Step 5

Transfer the dough to the prepared loaf tin or shape it into a round loaf if you're using a baking sheet. If desired, sprinkle rolled oats on top for extra texture.

Step 6

Score a deep cross into the dough using a sharp knife. This allows the bread to bake evenly and gives it a traditional look.

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 from the oven and allow the bread to cool on a wire rack for at least 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Step 9

Enjoy your vegan traditional Irish wheaten bread with your favorite spreads, soups, or stews!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(698.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1574.8

Total Fat 15.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 2.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3746.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 322.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 41.9g	0%
Total Sugars 17.9g
Protein 55.1g	0%

Vitamin D 105.7IU	0%
Calcium 505.7mg	0%
Iron 15.9mg	0%
Potassium 1901.3mg	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: 8.3%

Protein: 13.4%

Carbs: 78.3%