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Raisin Soda Bread

Cultural Context

Raisin soda bread has its roots in Ireland, where it was traditionally made by families using simple ingredients. This bread was often enjoyed with tea or as part of a hearty breakfast. The addition of raisins adds a touch of sweetness, making it a delightful treat. Today, variations of soda bread can be found worldwide, with many incorporating different fruits and flavors to suit modern tastes.

IrishUSbread
45 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
1 and 1/3 cups whole milk
1/3 cup apple cider vinegar
3 cups all-purpose flour
2 and 1/2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
4 tablespoons cold butter
1 cup unprocessed wheat bran
1/4 cup caraway seeds
1 cup raisins

buttermilk

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: milk + vinegar

Greek yogurt adds creaminess with fewer calories.

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Whole wheat flour adds fiber and nutrients.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil is a healthier fat alternative.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey is a natural sweetener.

1

Mix 1 and 1/3 cups whole milk with 1/3 cup apple cider vinegar to create a buttermilk substitute.

2

In a bowl, combine 3 cups all-purpose flour, 2 and 1/2 teaspoons salt, 1 teaspoon baking powder, and 1 teaspoon baking soda.

3

Cut in 4 tablespoons of cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

4

Stir in 1 cup of unprocessed wheat bran, 1/4 cup caraway seeds, and 1 cup of raisins into the dry ingredients.

5

Add the buttermilk mixture to the dry ingredients and stir until combined.

6

On a floured board, form the dough into a round shape, folding it over a couple of times.

7

Place the dough on a parchment-lined baking sheet and cut a deep cross into the top.

8

Bake in a preheated oven at 350 degrees for about one hour.

Cooking Techniques

mixingkneadingbaking

Equipment Needed

ovenbowlwhiskparchment paperfloured boardsharp knife

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

milkeggswheat

Also Known As

Irish Soda Bread with RaisinsSoda Bread with Currants

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