How to Make Irish Soda Bread with Raisins - A Step-by-Step Guide

Irish soda bread is a traditional Irish quick bread that is commonly served on St. Patrick's Day, but enjoyed year-round. It is a simple and easy bread to make, as it does not require yeast or kneading. Instead, it uses baking soda as a leavening agent, giving it a slightly tangy flavor and a dense, yet tender crumb. One popular variation of this classic recipe is the addition of raisins, which adds a touch of sweetness and a chewy texture to the bread.

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Ingredients

  • 8 cups all-purpose flour
  • ¾ cup white sugar, or more to taste
  • 2 tablespoons baking powder
  • 2 ½ teaspoons baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 ¼ cups buttermilk
  • 1 cup butter, softened
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 ½ cups raisins

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 45 mins
  • Total Time: 55 mins
  • Servings: 18
  • Yield: 2 loaves

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Mix flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt together in a bowl. Add buttermilk, butter, and eggs. Knead together with your hands or use an electric mixer; add raisins. Split dough in half and form into 2 loaves. Place on the prepared baking sheet.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center of each loaf comes out clean, about 45 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    387 cal.

    • Total Fat: 12g
    • Saturated Fat: 7g
    • Cholesterol: 49mg
    • Sodium: 582mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 64g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 18g
    • Protein: 8g
    • Vitamin C: 1mg
    • Calcium: 147mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 220mg