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.


Irish Soda Bread

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Servings: Makes 1 loaf
Prep Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 45 mins

 
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Ingredients
  • 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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  • 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
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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 information
Per serving: 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
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Traditionally, Irish bakers made this classic, sweet quick bread in white or brown loaves. Our recipe is for brown bread.

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