Easy Irish Soda Bread Recipe for Ultimate Comfort Baking
This Irish soda bread recipe is a quick and comforting classic that requires no proofing or kneading.
Equipment
- cast iron skillet
- Mixing bowl
- Whisk
- Measuring cups
- Measuring spoons
Ingredients
For the Bread
- 4 cups All-Purpose Flour Use an additional 1/4 cup for dusting
- 1 tablespoon Granulated Sugar No direct substitutions suggested
- 1 teaspoon Sea Salt Use regular salt if sea salt is unavailable
- 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Key leavening agent
- 1/4 cup Cold Unsalted Butter Can substitute with salted butter, reduce extra salt
- 1 cup Cold Lowfat Buttermilk or Kefir Plain yogurt or dairy-free option works as a substitute
- 1 large Egg Make sure it's cold for the best texture
- 1 cup Raisins or Dried Cranberries (optional) Feel free to substitute with any dried fruit or omit
Instructions
How to Make Irish Soda Bread
- Preheat the oven to 375°F, then generously grease a 10” cast-iron skillet.
- Whisk together the flour, sugar, salt, and baking soda in a large mixing bowl until well combined.
- Cut in the cold unsalted butter into small chunks and mix it into the dry ingredients until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Create a well in the center of your dry mixture, then pour in the cold buttermilk and beaten egg. Mix gently just until combined.
- Transfer the dough to a floured surface and shape it into a round loaf.
- Place the loaf in your prepped skillet, and score the top with a deep 'X'.
- Bake the bread for 50-55 minutes, or until tapping the bottom produces a hollow sound. Let cool on a wire rack.
Notes
Serve warm with Irish butter and honey for a delightful treat.