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Wholesome Irish Brown Soda Bread

Wholesome Irish Brown Soda Bread

Golden, crusty, and deeply wholesome—this Irish Brown Soda Bread is the very definition of comfort. Its rustic texture and hearty flavor make it a favorite for breakfast or alongside a steaming bowl of soup.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Course Bread
Cuisine Irish
Servings 8 slices
Calories 180 kcal

Equipment

  • baking sheet
  • Mixing bowl

Ingredients
  

Ingredients

  • 250 g wholemeal flour
  • 100 g all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar or molasses
  • 300 ml buttermilk
  • 25 g butter (optional)

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Grease a baking sheet or line with parchment paper.
  • Mix the flours, baking soda, salt, and brown sugar in a large bowl.
  • Add buttermilk and stir gently until a sticky dough forms.
  • Shape into a round loaf, cut a cross on top.
  • Bake for 35–45 minutes until golden brown and hollow when tapped.

Notes

Best eaten fresh. Wrap in a towel or freeze slices to keep longer.

Nutrition

Calories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 34gProtein: 6gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 8mgSodium: 280mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 50IUCalcium: 60mgIron: 2mg
Keyword Irish bread, quick bread, soda bread
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