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Isolation Bake Number 1. Simple Soda Bread Recipe

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Soda Bread

Cultural Context

Soda bread originated in Ireland in the 19th century, utilizing baking soda as a leavening agent due to the lack of yeast. This simple bread became a staple in Irish households, often associated with traditional meals and celebrations. Today, variations exist worldwide, incorporating different flours, seeds, and fruits, while still honoring its humble roots.

IrishIEother
30 min
easy
8 servings
Servings4
350 grams plain white flour
285 ml buttermilk
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon baking soda

buttermilk

🥗Healthier: low-fat yogurt

💰Cheaper: milk + vinegar

Yogurt adds creaminess with fewer calories.

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: bread flour

Whole wheat adds fiber and nutrients.

raisins

🥗Healthier: dried cranberries

💰Cheaper: chopped apples

Cranberries provide a tart flavor.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil offers a dairy-free option.

1

Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).

2

In a large bowl, combine 350 grams of plain white flour, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 1 teaspoon of baking soda.

3

Mix the dry ingredients together with your finger.

4

In a separate bowl, mix 285 ml of buttermilk with 1 tablespoon of lemon juice and pour it into the flour mixture.

5

Using a spatula, mix everything together until it forms a rough, shaggy dough.

6

If the dough looks too wet, add a little more flour as a light dusting.

7

Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and form it into a rough ball, keeping it a little sticky.

8

Place the dough onto a baking tray and cut a deep cross into the top of the loaf.

9

Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes.

10

After baking, tap the bottom of the loaf to check for a hollow sound, indicating it's done.

11

Let the bread cool on a wire rack for about 30 minutes before slicing.

Cooking Techniques

mixingkneadingbaking

Equipment Needed

large bowlbaking trayspatulawire rack

Spice Level:

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Allergens

glutendairyegg

Also Known As

Irish Soda BreadBrown Soda Bread

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