Irish Soda Bread
An easy, old-fashioned Irish soda bread that bakes quickly and tastes great when warm, perfect to accompany soups, stews, or simply enjoyed with butter.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
Wet Ingredients
- 1.75 cups buttermilk
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- 1 egg egg
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Butter a 10-inch cast iron skillet or similar baking dish.
- In one bowl, whisk together the flour, salt, baking soda, and sugar.
- In another bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, egg, and melted butter.
- Pour the liquid into the flour mixture. Use a rubber spatula to mix until you have a shaggy dough.
- If the dough is sticky, sprinkle a little flour on your hands and shape it into a round ball.
- Transfer the dough ball to the prepared skillet. Use a knife to score an X on top of the loaf.
Baking
- Bake for 35–40 minutes, until the loaf is golden. To test doneness, tap the bottom of the loaf — it should sound hollow.
- Allow the bread to cool slightly before slicing.
Notes
Store slices wrapped in a clean tea towel or paper bag at room temperature for up to 2 days. For longer storage, slice and freeze in a zipper bag for up to 3 months.