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