Irish Quick Bread from Unleavened Dough

6 servings

45 minutes

Irish soda bread is a traditional bread that reflects the simplicity and uniqueness of Irish cuisine. Historically made without yeast, using only baking soda and buttermilk, it gives the bread a special softness and slightly tangy flavor. This bread bakes quickly, has an airy texture and a crispy golden crust. Due to the absence of complex ingredients, it is perfect for a morning breakfast with butter and jam or as an accompaniment to hearty Irish soups and stews. Its lightness and rich flavor make it an essential part of home baking, while its origin serves as a reminder of the rural Irish tradition that values simplicity and comfort.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 284.9
• Proteins: 9.7g
• Fats: 1.3g
• Carbohydrates: 59.6g

Ingredients

• Wheat flour: 450 g
• Salt: to taste
• Soda: 1 tsp
• Buttermilk: 350 ml
• Dry yeast: 2 tsp

Cooking steps

1. Combine flour with salt, yeast, and buttermilk. Knead the dough.

   Required ingredients:

   • Wheat flour: 450 g
   • Salt:  to taste
   • Dry yeast: 2 teaspoons
   • Buttermilk: 350 ml

2. Preheat the oven to 230 degrees. Place the dough on a greased baking sheet and shape it into a loaf.

3. Bake the bread for 15 minutes. Then reduce the oven temperature to 200 degrees and bake the bread for another 15 minutes.