Irish Soda Bread Muffins

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 15
Perfectly fluffy Irish Soda Bread Muffins for breakfast or brunch
in Bakery

Prep

15 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

35 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
3/4 cup white whole wheat flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/3 cup granulated sugar
1 1/2 cups currants , first choice ( or raisins )
1/2 - 2 teaspoon caraway seed , to taste
1 large egg
1 cup buttermilk ( or yogurt or sour cream )
6 tablespoons butter , melted ( or 1/3 cup vegetable oil )
sparkling white sugar , for topping

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
12
Calories
198
Sugar
15g
Fat
7g
Irish soda bread is a staple in Irish cuisine, traditionally made with just a few simple ingredients like flour, baking soda, salt, and buttermilk. This recipe takes those same ingredients and turns them into muffins, making them a little more portable and easier to serve for breakfast or brunch. The addition of currants and caraway seeds adds a slightly sweet and savory flavor, while the use of white whole wheat flour makes them a little more nutritious. Serve warm with butter and jam for a hearty and satisfying breakfast or brunch option.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners or grease with cooking spray.
2.In a large bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, white whole wheat flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and granulated sugar.
3.Stir in currants and caraway seeds.
4.In a separate bowl, whisk together egg, buttermilk, and melted butter.
5.Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
6.Divide the mixture among the muffin cups, filling each about 3/4 full.
7.Sprinkle the tops with sparkling white sugar.
8.Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.
9.Let cool for 5 minutes before removing from muffin tin and serving warm or at room temperature.

PROS

These muffins are easy to make and have a slightly tangy flavor from the buttermilk.

They are a great breakfast or brunch option and can be made ahead of time.

The white whole wheat flour and currants add some nutritional value.

CONS

They are not particularly sweet or indulgent, so if you are looking for a sweeter treat, these may not be for you.

They also do not rise as much as traditional muffins, so they may not look as aesthetically pleasing.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The white whole wheat flour used in this recipe is higher in fiber and nutrients than all-purpose flour.
Currants are a good source of vitamins and minerals, including iron and potassium.
Buttermilk is lower in fat and calories than whole milk and can help with digestion due to its probiotic content.

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