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April 29, 2025

With no yeast required and minimal kneading involved, Irish soda bread is a simple-to-make treat and delicious when fresh out of the oven. Just see if you can make this loaf last longer than a day! The recipe is a Yummly original created by Sara Mellas.

10 Ingredients

Recipe

Irish Soda Bread

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Ingredients

Servings

Warning0 allergens identified

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 425°F. Flour a 9- or 10-inch cast-iron skillet, or line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Place the flour, sugar, baking soda, and salt in a large mixing bowl. Mix with a rubber spatula to combine.

Using the coarse holes of a box grater or hand grater, grate the butter directly into the bowl of flour. Add the currants or raisins to the bowl. Gently mix with a rubber spatula to distribute butter pieces and dried fruit.

Whisk together the buttermilk and egg in a medium bowl, then pour over the flour-butter mixture. Gently mix the wet ingredients into the dry with a rubber spatula, working until they combine in a tacky dough.

Turn dough onto a well-floured work surface. Shape into a round loaf, and use a sharp knife to score an X" into the top. Carefully transfer loaf to the center of the floured skillet.

Bake the loaf on middle rack of oven until it is golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped, 40-45 minutes.

Check to see that bread is done. Remove from oven or add time as needed.

Allow bread to cool for at least 1 hour before slicing and serving. Leftover Irish soda bread can be kept in an airtight container for up to 3 days, or frozen for 3 months.

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Buttermilk Brilliance 🥛
If you don't have buttermilk, create a quick substitute by adding 1 tablespoon of white vinegar or lemon juice to 1 cup of milk and letting it sit for 5 minutes before using.
Currant Distribution Magic 🍇
Toss dried currants in a little flour before adding them to the dough to prevent them from sinking and ensure even distribution throughout the bread.
Minimal Kneading Technique 🤲
When mixing the dough, handle it as little as possible - overmixing can lead to tough, dense bread. Stop mixing as soon as the ingredients are just incorporated.
Cross-Cutting Crust Secret 🔪
Cut a deep cross on top of the loaf before baking to help the bread cook evenly and create that signature traditional Irish soda bread look.
Fresh Bread Storage Hack 🍞
Store the bread wrapped in a clean kitchen towel to maintain its crisp crust, and consume within 2-3 days for optimal freshness.