Delicious Homemade Fennel Soda Bread for Perfect Afternoon Tea

Learn how to make a scrumptious homemade fennel soda bread with this easy recipe. This bread is perfect for afternoon tea or as a side for soups and stews. The aromatic fennel seeds add a lovely flavor to the bread and make it extra special. Prepare this bread in just a few simple steps and impress your friends and family with your baking skills. It’s a guaranteed crowd-pleaser!

Ingredients

• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons fennel seeds
• 1 and 1/2 cups buttermilk
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 1 tablespoon honey

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, salt, and fennel seeds.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk the buttermilk, olive oil, and honey together.
4. Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
5. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead it gently for a minute or two to bring it together.
6. Shape the dough into a round loaf and place it on the prepared baking sheet.
7. Using a sharp knife, score a deep cross on the top of the loaf.
8. Bake in the preheated oven for about 40 minutes or until the bread is golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped on the bottom.
9. Remove from the oven and let it cool on a wire rack before slicing.
10. Serve warm or at room temperature with butter or your favorite spreads.

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