Irish Soda Bread II

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 2

Traditional Irish Soda Bread II recipe with raisins and caraway seeds

by The Chefin Bread

Prep

20 min

Cook

60 min

Ready In

80 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

268

Sugar

16g

Fat

Irish Soda Bread is a traditional bread made with baking soda rather than yeast as the leavening agent. This quick bread is easy to make and is a staple in Irish cuisine. It is often enjoyed with soup or stew, but can be enjoyed on its own with a bit of butter. Irish Soda Bread II is a spin on the classic recipe, boasting the addition of raisins and caraway seeds, which add a sweet and nutty flavor to the bread. The bread is soft and fluffy on the inside with a slightly crunchy crust.

Instructions

1.	Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
2.	Grease a large baking sheet.
3.	In a large bowl, combine flour, baking powder, salt and sugar.
4.	Add buttermilk, raisins, eggs and caraway seeds to flour mixture and stir until well combined.
5.	Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface until smooth.
6.	Shape dough into a round loaf and place on prepared baking sheet.
7.	Use a sharp knife to cut an 'X' into the top of the loaf.
8.	Bake for 55 to 65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the loaf comes out clean.

PROS

Easy to make and requires only a few basic ingredients.

Perfect as an accompaniment to soup or stew.

Comes out soft and fluffy on the inside with a slightly crunchy crust.

CONS

Contains added sugar which increases the calorie count.

Not suitable for those with gluten intolerance or celiac disease.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The caraway seeds used in this recipe are a good source of dietary fiber, vitamins, and minerals.
Raisins are high in antioxidants and other phytonutrients, which have been linked to improved heart health and lower risk of certain cancers.

	3 cups all-purpose flour
	2 teaspoons baking powder
	1/2 teaspoon salt
	1/2 cup white sugar
	1 1/2 cups buttermilk
	1/2 cup raisins
	2 eggs
	1 tablespoon caraway seed