Irish Soda Bread
For a whole wheat version of this classic quick bread, substitute 1 cup whole wheat flour for 1 cup of the all-purpose flour.
Prep Time:
15 mins
Total Time:
45 mins
Servings:
Makes 1 loaf
Ingredients
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2 cups all-purpose flour
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1 teaspoon baking powder
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1/2 teaspoon baking soda
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3 tablespoons margarine or butter
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1/4 cup raisins (optional)
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1 egg white, slightly beaten
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3/4 cup buttermilk
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Nonstick cooking spray
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1/4 teaspoon salt
Directions
1
In a medium mixing bowl stir together flour, baking powder, soda, and salt. Cut in margarine or butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in raisins, if desired. Make a well in the center of the mixture.
2
In a small mixing bowl combine egg white and buttermilk. Add all at once to dry mixture. Stir just until moistened.
3
On a lightly floured surface knead dough 10 to 12 strokes until nearly smooth. Shape into a 7-inch round loaf.
4
Lightly coat a baking sheet with cooking spray Place bread dough on baking sheet. With a sharp knife, make 2 slashes in the top to form an X.
5
Bake in a 375 degree F oven about 30 minutes or until golden. Serve warm. Makes 1 loaf (16 servings).
Nutrition Facts
Calories 82, Total Fat 2 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Sodium 127 mg, Carbohydrate 12 g, Protein 2 g.
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet
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Irish Soda Bread
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