Irish Soda Bread for Health Nuts Recipe

Name: Irish Soda Bread for Health Nuts
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups unbleached white flour; ½ cup whole wheat flour; 1 cup reserved whole wheat flour; ¼ cup wheat germ; 2 tablespoons turbinado sugar; ½ teaspoon sea salt; 1 teaspoon baking soda; 1 teaspoon baking powder; 1 banana; 1 egg, lightly beaten; 1 cup vanilla yogurt or 1 cup buttermilk; 1 cup raisins; 1 cup cranberries; 1 cup walnuts, chopped

Servings: persons

2 cups unbleached white flour
½ cup whole wheat flour
1 cup reserved whole wheat flour
¼ cup wheat germ
2 tablespoons turbinado sugar
½ teaspoon sea salt
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 banana
1 egg, lightly beaten
1 cup vanilla yogurt or 1 cup buttermilk
1 cup raisins
1 cup cranberries
1 cup walnuts, chopped

1
Preheat oven to 400F.
2
Sift together flour, wheat germ, sugar, salt, baking soda, baking powder in a large bowl.
3
Work banana into flour mixture until it resembles coarse meal.
4
Add raisins, cranberries and walnuts.
5
Make a well in the center of the flour mixture.
6
Add beaten egg and yogurt to well and mix in until dough is too stiff to stir.
7
Spread 1 cup of reserved whole wheat flour over flat surface.
8
Knead dough on floured surface just long enough to form a rough ball (do not over-knead).
9
Shape into a round loaf.
10
Transfer to greased pie plate (or cookie sheet).
11
Use a sharp knife and make an X on top of the loaf approximately 1/2 deep.
12
Bake approximately 40-45 minutes or until golden brown and bottom sounds hollow when tapped with a knife.
13
Insert a knife or skewer into the center of the loaf to testif knife comes out clean the bread has cooked completely (this is a dense loaf, so its important to insure that the center is done).
14
Transfer to rack to cool.

824

kcal

Calories

Fat

104

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.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups unbleached white flour, ½ cup whole wheat flour, 1 cup reserved whole wheat flour, ¼ cup wheat germ, and more.

Yes, Irish Soda Bread for Health Nuts 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 for Health Nuts

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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