Four Provinces Brown Soda Bread Recipe

Name: Four Provinces Brown Soda Bread
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 egg; 1 1/2 cups buttermilk; 3 tablespoons molasses; 3 cups whole wheat flour; 1 cup all-purpose flour; 2 tablespoons wheat bran; 1 tablespoon cream of tartar; 1 teaspoon baking soda; 1 cup golden raisins (optional); 2 teaspoons melted butter

Servings: persons

1 egg
1 1/2 cups buttermilk
3 tablespoons molasses
3 cups whole wheat flour
1 cup all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons wheat bran
1 tablespoon cream of tartar
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 cup golden raisins (optional)
2 teaspoons melted butter

1
Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
2
Grease two baking sheets.
3
Whisk together the egg, buttermilk, and molasses in a bowl until evenly blended; set aside.
4
Stir together the whole wheat flour, all-purpose flour, bran, cream of tartar, and baking soda in a separate large bowl, and make a well in the center.
5
Pour the buttermilk mixture into the well, and stir until a soft dough forms.
6
Stir in the golden raisins, then turn the dough out onto a well floured work surface, and knead 8 to 10 times before dividing into two round balls.
7
Place the balls on the baking sheets and use a sharp knife to cut a 1/2 inch deep X into the tops of the dough balls.
8
Brush with melted butter.
9
Place the loaves into the preheated oven, and reduce the temperature to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
10
Bake for 25 to 30 minutes until golden brown.
11
Wrap the loaves in light cotton towels for 10 minutes after they are removed from the oven.

1092

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 egg, 1 1/2 cups buttermilk, 3 tablespoons molasses, 3 cups whole wheat flour, and more.

Yes, Four Provinces Brown Soda Bread falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

Four Provinces Brown Soda Bread

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