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loaf of irish soda bread in cast iron skillet
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Irish Soda Bread

All hail Irish bakers for giving the world Irish soda bread! Simple ingredients, no yeast, amazing flavor—this traditional version is great sliced, toasted and slathered with butter and jam.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time40 minutes
Total Time55 minutes
Course: breads
Cuisine: Irish
Servings: 1 8-inch loaf
Calories: 307kcal

Ingredients

  • 3 ½ cups unbleached all-purpose flour
  • 1 Tablespoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon table salt
  • ¼ cup backed light brown sugar
  • 3 Tablespoons corn or vegetable oil
  • 2 teaspoon caraway seeds
  • 1 cup raisins
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 ¼ cups buttermilk
  • 1 Tablespoon butter melted
  • Granulated or sanding sugar for top

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt. Stir in the sugar. Add the oil and mix until fine crumbs form. Stir in the caraway seeds and raisins. In a small bowl, mix the eggs and buttermilk. Gradually add to the flour mixture, stirring until a dough forms. (Dough will be sticky.)
  • Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead briefly, adding more flour if necessary. Shape into a round and place in a greased 8-inch cast iron skillet or round cake pan. Using a sharp knife, score an X in the into the top, brush with the melted butter, and sprinkle with sugar.
  • Bake until golden brown and center appears set, 30 to 40 minutes. Remove to a wire rack and let cool for 5 minutes, then transfer to the rack to cool completely.

Notes

Cover and store any leftover bread at cool room temperature for up to 2 days, or in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. 
More savory bread options:
Easy Skillet Herb Flatbreads
Cheesy Garlic Pull-Apart Bread

Nutrition

Calories: 307kcal | Carbohydrates: 53.9g | Protein: 7.2g | Fat: 7.6g | Cholesterol: 42.9mg | Sodium: 403.9mg | Sugar: 16.4g