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Irish Soda Bread

Quick homemade no-yeast bread with soda and buttermilk.

Time55 min
Servings8
Calories—
LevelEasy

Ingredients

  • Wheat flour300 g
  • Buttermilk or kefir350 ml
  • Baking soda1 tsp
  • Salt1 to taste
  • Sugar1 tsp

Instructions

1

Preheat the oven to 200°C and dust a baking tray with flour.

2

In a bowl, mix the flour, baking soda, salt, and a little sugar if using.

3

Pour in the buttermilk or kefir and mix quickly just until a soft dough forms; do not knead heavily.

4

Shape into a round loaf, place on the tray, and cut a deep cross on top.

5

Bake for 35–40 minutes until well browned and hollow-sounding when tapped underneath.

6

Cool on a rack and serve with butter, soup, or stew.

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