Joy of Cooking Irish Soda Bread Recipe
Irish soda bread is one of those timeless recipes that brings warmth and comfort to your kitchen.I love how simple and quick it is to make, with no yeast required. Perfect for beginners!A key trick is to add buttermilk to your dry mix, creating a dough that’s both moist and slightly tangy.One thing I adore about this recipe is the lovely crust it forms, with a soft interior that pairs wonderfully with some butter or jam.
Servings: 8
Ingredients
- 4 cups All-Purpose Flour
- 1 tbsp Sugar
- 1 tsp Baking Soda
- 1 tsp Salt
- 1 ¾ cups Buttermilk
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit (200 degrees Celsius).
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking soda, and salt.
- Whisk together until well mixed.
- Make a well in the center of the dry mixture.
- Pour in most of the buttermilk, leaving a small portion aside.
- Using a wooden spoon or your hands, gently mix the dough.
- Add the remaining buttermilk if needed to bring the dough together.
- Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and lightly knead until it just comes together.
- Form into a round loaf and place it on the prepared baking sheet.
- Cut a cross on the top of the loaf with a sharp knife.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes until the bread is golden brown.