This American version of Irish soda bread is a quick and easy recipe that delivers a deliciously moist and slightly sweet bread. Made with simple pantry ingredients, this bread is perfect for breakfast, snacking or serving alongside soups and stews. With a prep time of just 10 minutes and a baking time of 40 minutes, you can have warm, homemade bread on your table in less than an hour. Give this traditional Irish bread a try and enjoy the taste of Ireland with an American twist.
Ingredients
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/2 cups buttermilk
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/2 cup raisins
Directions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking soda, and salt.
- Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients and pour in the buttermilk and melted butter.
- Stir the mixture just until the dough starts to come together.
- Add the raisins and gently knead the dough until it forms a ball.
- Transfer the dough onto a lightly floured surface and shape it into a round loaf.
- Place the loaf on a greased baking sheet or cast iron skillet.
- Using a sharp knife, make a cross-shaped cut on top of the loaf.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes or until the bread is golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped on the bottom.
- Remove from the oven and let it cool on a wire rack before slicing and serving.
