Beautiful Brown Soda Bread Recipe

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Beautiful Brown Soda Bread Recipe
Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
45 mins
Total Time:
65mins
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Recipe by Administrator
Published on January 20, 2024

This Beautiful Brown Soda Bread is a hearty and wholesome bread that is perfect for any meal. Made with whole wheat flour and just a touch of sweetness from honey and molasses, this bread has a beautiful deep brown color and a rich flavor. It is quick and easy to make, requiring only a few simple ingredients. Enjoy it warm from the oven with a pat of butter or use it to make sandwiches. This soda bread is a must-try for bread lovers!

Ingredients

  • 2 cups whole wheat flour
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 2 tablespoons molasses
  • 1 and 1/2 cups buttermilk
  • 1 tablespoon melted butter

Directions

  1. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) and lightly grease a baking sheet.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the whole wheat flour, all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In a separate bowl, mix together the honey, molasses, and buttermilk.
  4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
  5. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead lightly for about 1 minute.
  6. Shape the dough into a round loaf and place it onto the prepared baking sheet.
  7. Using a sharp knife, score a deep cross into the top of the loaf.
  8. Brush the loaf with melted butter.
  9. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the loaf is golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped on the bottom.
  10. Remove from the oven and let cool on a wire rack before slicing.

Interesting Facts

  • Soda bread is a traditional Irish bread that gets its name from the use of baking soda as a rising agent instead of yeast.
  • The cross score on top of the loaf is said to ward off evil spirits and protect the household.
  • Buttermilk provides acidity to react with the baking soda and create the rise in the bread.