Irish Soda Bread 1 Recipe

Name: Irish Soda Bread 1
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup raisins; 1/2 cup dried cranberries; 1/4 cup Irish whiskey (optional); 1/2 teaspoon baking soda; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1 tablespoon baking powder; 3/4 cup sugar; 3 1/2 cups flour; 1 1/4 cups buttermilk; 1/4 cup butter, softened; 2 eggs, slightly beaten; 2 tablespoons caraway seeds, using black caraway better known as yummy Or; 2 tablespoons nigella seeds, sativa

Servings: persons

1 cup raisins
1/2 cup dried cranberries
1/4 cup Irish whiskey (optional)
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon baking powder
3/4 cup sugar
3 1/2 cups flour
1 1/4 cups buttermilk
1/4 cup butter, softened
2 eggs, slightly beaten
2 tablespoons caraway seeds, using black caraway better known as yummy Or
2 tablespoons nigella seeds, sativa

1
Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
2
Pump up dried fruit:
3
Place raisins and cranberries in a glass bowl 1/4 cup pour water or whiskey (gives it a real Irish kick) over it.
4
Cover with plastic wrap or paper towel and microwave it for 1 minute. Let sit to cool.
5
Add salt, baking powder, sugar, and flour to food processor and pulse 3 times to sift.
6
Add the buttermilk, butter and eggs and mix till it comes to a doughy ball.
7
Mix in seeds and drained raisins, and cranberries. You may need to do this step by hand.
8
Don`t worry if you can knead the dough into a ball it still will be very good. At times my dough is moist because of moisture in the air.
9
Place the dough into a well buttered pan using hands well floured shaping the dough.
10
(I like cast iron skillet 8-9 inches). Pat down in center for even baking.
11
Mark a cross on top and brush with more melted butter.
12
Bake in 350 Degree oven for 50-60 minutes.

1213

kcal

Calories

Fat

120

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup raisins, 1/2 cup dried cranberries, 1/4 cup Irish whiskey (optional), 1/2 teaspoon baking soda, and more.

Yes, Irish Soda Bread 1 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Irish Soda Bread 1

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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