Easy Traditional Irish Soda Bread Recipe (4 Ingredients)
Traditional 4 ingredient Irish Soda Bread is a dense, crusty, hearty bread from Ireland. Quick to make, it brings together simple ingredients for a timeless taste.
Equipment
- 1 baking sheet lined with parchment
- 1 large bowl
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- 4 cups all-purpose flour organic unbleached
- ¾ teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon baking soda make sure it’s fresh
- 1 ½ cups buttermilk whole or 2%
Instructions
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, salt and baking soda.
- Make a well in the center and pour in the buttermilk. Stir to form a soft dough.
- Transfer dough onto lightly floured surface and knead gently for 1 minute.
- Shape into a round loaf, score a deep cross on top, and place on prepared baking sheet.
- Bake in preheated oven for 30-35 minutes until golden brown and hollow-sounding when tapped beneath.
- Allow to cool on a wire rack, letting the crust harden properly.
Notes
If homemade buttermilk is needed, mix 1 tablespoon of lemon juice or vinegar with 1 ½ cups of milk and let sit for 5-10 minutes before using.