American Irish Soda Bread
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American Irish Soda Bread
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This American Irish Soda Bread is a simple and tasty version of the traditional recipe. With a soft texture and a hint of tang from the buttermilk, it’s a great bread to make quickly for any meal. Whether with coffee or just on its own with some butter, this soda bread is a comforting and easy-to-make option for any day.
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Ingredients
- 500 g all-purpose flour or bread flour , spooned and leveled off (plus more for your hands and counter)
- 1 teaspoons baking soda
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ cup granulated sugar , packed and leveled off
- 1- ¾ cups buttermilk , shaken
- 1 cup currants, raisins or cranberries; toss in 1 tablespoon of flour
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter , cut into ½ inch dice
- Zest of 1 orange , optional
- 1 large egg , lightly beaten
- 2 tablespoons turbinado raw sugar for topping
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Set the oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a sheet pan with parchment paper.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, combine the flour, sugar, baking soda, and salt. Add the diced butter and mix on low speed until the butter is fully blended into the flour mixture.
- Prepare Wet Ingredients: In a measuring cup, lightly beat the buttermilk, egg, and orange zest together using a fork. With the mixer still on low speed, slowly add the buttermilk mixture to the flour mixture, mixing until just combined.
- Add Currants: Toss the currants with 1 tablespoon of flour, then gently fold them into the dough. The dough will be quite wet.
- Shape the Dough: Turn the dough out onto a well-floured surface and knead it a few times, shaping it into a round loaf. Place the loaf on the prepared sheet pan. Lightly score an "X" on the top of the loaf with a serrated knife.
- Bake: Bake for 45 to 55 minutes, or until a cake tester or toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. The loaf should sound hollow when tapped on the bottom.
- Cool and Serve: Let the loaf cool on a wire rack. Serve warm or at room temperature for the best flavor.
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Notes
- How to Store
- How to Store
- Store leftover bread in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.
- Store leftover bread in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.
- How to freeze
- How to freeze
- The bread can be frozen for up to 3 months. Once completely cooled, wrap it securely in plastic wrap and place it in the freezer. To reheat, microwave until heated through or wrap the bread in aluminum foil and warm it in a 350°F (175°C) oven until hot.
- The bread can be frozen for up to 3 months. Once completely cooled, wrap it securely in plastic wrap and place it in the freezer. To reheat, microwave until heated through or wrap the bread in aluminum foil and warm it in a 350°F (175°C) oven until hot.
- Buttermilk Substitution: If you don't have buttermilk, you can make your own by adding 4 teaspoons of vinegar or lemon juice to 1 cup of milk and letting it sit for 5 minutes.
- Buttermilk Substitution: If you don't have buttermilk, you can make your own by adding 4 teaspoons of vinegar or lemon juice to 1 cup of milk and letting it sit for 5 minutes.
- If you don't have buttermilk, you can make your own by adding 4 teaspoons of vinegar or lemon juice to 1 cup of milk and letting it sit for
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