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How to Make Irish Bread - A Step-by-Step Guide

If you're in the mood for a comforting and hearty bread that's perfect for breakfast or an afternoon snack, look no further than traditional Irish bread. This simple and delicious recipe has been a staple in Irish households for generations, and for good reason. Made with just a handful of basic ingredients, it's easy to make and oh-so-satisfying to eat. Whether you enjoy it plain or slathered with butter and jam, Irish bread is sure to become a go-to favorite in your baking repertoire.

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup raisins
  • 1 cup dried currants
  • 4 cups all-purpose flour, or more if needed
  • 1 cup white sugar
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 ¾ cups buttermilk

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr
  • Total Time: 1 hr 15 mins
  • Servings: 16
  • Yield: 1 9-inch loaf

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9-inch cast iron skillet.
  • Pour hot water over raisins and currants in a bowl and let soak. Whisk flour, sugar, salt, and baking soda in a separate bowl until well combined; whisk in buttermilk.
  • Drain raisins and currants and pat dry with paper towels; fold into dough. Turn dough out onto a floured work surface and knead gently until it holds its shape; if dough is too sticky, knead in more flour. Form into a round and place into prepared cast iron skillet. Use a sharp knife to cut a cross into the top of the loaf.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown and a slender knife inserted into the loaf comes out clean, about 1 hour.

    • Nutrition

    225 cal.

    • Total Fat: 1g
    • Saturated Fat: 0g
    • Cholesterol: 1mg
    • Sodium: 400mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 52g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 25g
    • Protein: 5g
    • Vitamin C: 1mg
    • Calcium: 48mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 222mg

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    Traditional recipes
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