Irish Soda Bread (Co.Cavan)

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 18
Delicious Irish Soda Bread (Co.Cavan) recipe for your breakfast or tea time
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Prep

10 min

Cook

45 min

Ready In

55 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 1/4 cups flour
1 1/4 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
3 1/2 tablespoons sugar ( plus what falls into bowl LOL )
1/4 cup butter , I use butter flavor crisco
3/4 - 1 cup raisins ( soaked in warm water until plumped . My tweak is to use Jameson 's , just a little bit more than to cov )
2 teaspoons caraway seeds
1 egg
2/3 cup buttermilk

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
10
Calories
230
Sugar
12g
Fat
7g
Irish Soda Bread (Co.Cavan) is a traditional bread in Ireland that is made with simple ingredients such as flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, sugar, butter, raisins, caraway seeds, egg, and buttermilk. This bread is known for its unique flavor and texture that is slightly sweet and dense. It is typically served for breakfast or tea time and can be enjoyed with butter, jam, or honey.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
2.In a large bowl, stir together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and sugar.
3.Cut in the butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
4.Stir in the raisins, caraway seeds, egg, and buttermilk until the mixture forms a soft dough.
5.Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead it for a few minutes.
6.Form the dough into a round loaf and place it on a greased baking sheet.
7.Cut an X shape into the top of the dough with a sharp knife.
8.Bake for 40-45 minutes or until the bread is golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped on the bottom.
9.Let the bread cool on a wire rack before slicing and serving.

PROS

Irish Soda Bread (Co.
Cavan) is easy to make and requires no yeast, making it perfect for beginner bakers.

The caraway seeds add a unique flavor to this bread that complements the sweetness of the raisins.

It can be enjoyed for breakfast or tea time.

CONS

This bread is high in carbohydrates and has a moderate amount of calories.

It should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Irish Soda Bread (Co.Cavan) contains fiber and is a good source of carbohydrates and energy.
The raisins and buttermilk in this recipe provide a moderate amount of calcium and protein.
The caraway seeds in this recipe have been linked to improving digestion and reducing inflammation.

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