Welcome to today’s recipe for traditional Irish soda bread! This recipe is easy to prepare and a fun way to experience the comforting Irish tradition. With simple, practical ingredients, you’ll be able to make delicious, fragrant bread that fills the kitchen. Follow the steps with us to prepare wonderful Irish soda bread at home and enjoy the authentic taste of Irish traditions.
★Ingredients
4 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1 and 3/4 cups buttermilk
1 teaspoon baking soda
★Instructions
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Lightly grease a baking sheet or line it with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, sift together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients and pour in most of the buttermilk.
Using your hands or a wooden spoon, mix the ingredients together until a soft dough forms, adding more buttermilk if necessary.
Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and gently knead it until it comes together into a round loaf, about 1 minute.
Place the loaf onto the prepared baking sheet and using a sharp knife, score a deep cross into the top of the dough.
Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes, then reduce the temperature to 400°F (200°C) and continue baking for an additional 25-30 minutes, or until the bread is golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped on the bottom.
Remove from the oven and transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing and serving. Enjoy your homemade Irish soda bread!